- The Battle of Salamis was a naval battle that started in 480 BC.
- It took place in the Saronic Gulf.
- The leaders during this battle were Eurybiades (Spartan), and Themisocles.
- Xerxes was the Persian leader, but the Persians lost this war due to the Persians being taken by surprise.
- Although there were fewer numbers of the Greeks, they were victorious; boosting their athenian beliefs and was a turning point for them in the Perisan Wars.