[Straight Vermonter]

Have you read the novel "Gates of Fire"? Excellent account of the battle and Sparta in general.

[tcostell]

Well there is no doubt about it... it's one of history's great stories, made greater by the fact that it's actually true. And I'm a big fan of history in general.

But to be perfectly honest about it my tagline is a reference to the sentiment in more contemporary terms.

I ll look up the book thought. Thanks.

[Recon Dad]

Have you read the novel "Gates of Fire"? Excellent account of the battle and Sparta in general

I think those that pay attention to an "actor" will miss out on a great story. It's a very important book to Marines and compares well to their ethos.