Favorite Speech

Logos: Leonidas’ main point for fighting isn’t to win the battle or war, but to have their names remembered. He states that they are clearly outnumbered by the Persians. He states the Spartan law, “no retreat, and no surrender.” So none of the warriors are curious he even adds that they will die, but he adds on that their death isn’t taken for granted but for “an age of freedom”.

Ethos: Leonidas is a King, respected by every Spartan warrior. But, he also fights beside the Spartans as a warrior. He has the upmost respect from every Spartan; every warrior would risk their life for him, and he would do the same.

Pathos: Leonidas begins with an extract of Spartans law, “no retreat, and no surrender, that is Spartan law.” He changes tone when saying fight or Spartans, from die. Leonidas speaks directly to his warriors when referring to “Spartans”. The warriors themselves feel directly impacted by Leonidas’ speech. “A new age has begun, an age of freedom, and all will know that 300 Spartans gave their last breath to defend it!” After this quote from Leonidas the warriors respond with their chant acknowledging their acceptance to fight alongside Leonidas.