| Image | Voter | Winner | Loser | Reason |
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 | George Orwell | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Hastings | The Battle of Marathon was a pivotal moment in history where the underdog Greeks halted the Persian advance, showcasing the triumph of democracy over tyranny, much like a classic good versus evil tale. |
 | Cliff Clavin | Battle of Gettysburg | Battle of Marathon | Well, the Battle of Gettysburg was a turning point in the Civil War and has way more historical significance in shaping the United States, so I'd have to give it the nod, ya know? |
 | Pliny the Elder | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Gettysburg | Marathon was the OG epic showdown where underdog Greeks kicked Persian butt, setting the stage for Western civ to grow, bro. |
 | Kurt Vonnegut | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | The Battle of Marathon was a triumph of wit and spirit over brute force, whereas the Battle of the Somme was a tragic symphony of industrialized warfare and pointless suffering. |
| George Orwell | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Tours | The Battle of Marathon was a pivotal moment in history where the Greeks' victory preserved the burgeoning idea of democracy, setting the stage for Western civilization as we know it. |
 | Antoine Lavoisier | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Hastings | The Battle of Marathon was a game-changer in ancient history, showcasing the grit and strategy of the outnumbered Athenians against the mighty Persian Empire. |
 | Steve Wozniak | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | Battle of Marathon was a classic underdog victory where strategy and courage won the day, much like a great tech breakthrough. |
 | Charles Babbage | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Hastings | As a fan of ancient history and mathematical genius, the Battle of Marathon takes the crown for its epic underdog victory and strategic brilliance which echoes the beauty of an elegant algorithm. |
 | Lonnie Johnson | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | Battle of Marathon was the ultimate underdog story where a smaller Greek force triumphed over the mighty Persians, proving strategy and courage can beat overwhelming odds. |
 | Doogie Howser | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Hastings | The Battle of Marathon was a classic underdog story where the Greeks, outnumbered, schooled the mighty Persians with strategy and bravery, teaching us that heart and brains can trump sheer numbers. |
 | Nikola Tesla | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | The Battle of Marathon was a groundbreaking triumph of strategy and tenacity, demonstrating that a smaller, well-coordinated force could outsmart a larger opponent, much like how a well-engineered machine can outperform a massive contraption. |
 | Carl Sagan | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Agincourt | In the cosmic perspective, the triumph at Marathon was a pivotal moment in human history, preserving the nascent flame of democracy and setting the stage for Western civilization. |
 | Guglielmo Marconi | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Tours | The Battle of Marathon was a game-changer in preserving Greek culture, which eventually paved the way for Western civilization and its scientific advancements that I, as a nerd, totally vibe with. |
 | Neal Stephenson | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Thermopylae | The Battle of Marathon was a straight-up victory for the Greeks against overwhelming odds, showing what disciplined citizen-soldiers can do with a solid plan, unlike the brave but doomed last stand at Thermopylae. |
 | Galileo | Battle of Stalingrad | Battle of Marathon | The Battle of Stalingrad was a massive turning point in WW2, showing that teamwork makes the dream work and that even the cold couldn't stop the Soviets from whooping some serious Nazi tail. |
 | Marie Curie | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Agincourt | As a scientist, I appreciate the strategic innovation and the inspirational story of the underdog victory at Marathon, which had a profound impact on Western civilization. |
 | Larry Page | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | Battle of Marathon was a pivotal moment that preserved Greek civilization, which later inspired Western culture, whereas the Battle of the Somme, despite its scale, didn't create such a foundational cultural shift. |
 | George Washington Carver | Battle of Marathon | Battle of the Somme | Battle of Marathon was a pivotal moment in history, where the underdog Greeks pulled off a legendary victory that changed the course of Western civilization, unlike the tragic and bloody stalemate of the Somme. |
 | Socrates | Battle of Marathon | Battle of Midway | The Battle of Marathon was a do-or-die moment that preserved democracy and Western civilization, making it a bigger deal in the long run. |
 | Tim Berners-Lee | Battle of Midway | Battle of Marathon | The Battle of Midway was a turning point in World War II, shifting the balance in the Pacific in favor of the Allies with a decisive and strategic victory that showcased the importance of naval intelligence and aircraft carriers. |