Battle of Ulai

The Battle of Ulai was a significant confrontation during the Persian Wars, occurring around 480 BCE. It took place near the Ulai River in present-day Iran, where a large Persian army, led by monarch Xerxes I, clashed with Greek city-states' forces. This battle was crucial in the larger context of the conflict between Persia and Greece, marking a struggle for independence by the Greeks against Persian expansion. Ultimately, the Greeks’ resilience, including their famous naval victories, contributed to their success in the war, shaping the future of Western civilization and democracy.