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tyrant

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independent greek ruler who still pays tribute to persia

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trireme

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oar-powered warship with bronze-sheathed ram on the prow

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hoplite

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heavily armed infantry soldier from ancient greece

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phalanx

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body of troops moving in close formation

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Ionians

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major greek tribe located in Attica (Athens), Asia Minor (Türkiye), and Aegean Islands

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Asia Minor

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coastal strip of modern day Türkiye

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hellespont

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Dardanelles, strait of water that separates Europe from Asia, leads to black sea

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hubris

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extreme pride and arrogance

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