Who led the Army of the West to the Morannon on the 25th of March?
Aragorn led a small army of around 7,000 soldiers from Gondor and Rohan to the Morannon. The force included King Éomer of Rohan and Prince Imrahil of Dol Amroth.
Questions about Battle of the Morannon
Short answers, pulled from the story.
What was the strategic goal of Aragorn at the Black Gate during the Battle of the Morannon?
The Army of the West hoped this ruse would draw Sauron's attention away from the hobbits. Their goal was not victory in battle but distraction while Frodo Baggins and Sam Gamgee carried the One Ring into Mount Doom.
How did the Mouth of Sauron attempt to deceive Gandalf before the battle began?
Sauron sent a nameless leader known as the Mouth of Sauron to speak with the Captains of the West. He tried to trick Gandalf into believing Sauron held Frodo captive by displaying Sam's sword, an Elven cloak, and Frodo's mithril shirt.
Why is the date of the 25th of March significant for the Battle of the Morannon according to Tom Shippey?
The date of the 25th of March marked Christ's Crucifixion for Anglo-Saxons. It also marked the Annunciation and the last day of Creation.
What were the odds faced by the 7,000 men at the Morannon against Sauron's forces?
The odds were desperate against Sauron's forces which outnumbered them ten to one. The army saved the hobbits just as much as they saved themselves despite these overwhelming odds.