Dateline: HopkintonWhy is a "marathon" 26.2 miles?It is roughly 26 miles between the Greek cities of Marathon and Athens. In 490 BC, the Greek army repelled a Persian naval invasion on the plains surrounding the coastal city of Marathon. According to legend, a runner was sent to Athens to relay news of the victory. Upon reaching Athens, the young man shouted "Rejoice, we conquer!" and fell to the ground dead.The current marathon distance (26 mi., 385 yds.) was set for the 1908 London Olympi[...]
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