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- DictionarySpartan/ˈspɑːtn/
adjective
- 1. relating to Sparta in ancient Greece.
noun
- 1. a citizen of Sparta.
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1 day ago · However, the following year saw a Greek army decisively defeat Mardonius and his troops at the Battle of Plataea, ending the second Persian invasion. Both ancient and modern writers have used the Battle of Thermopylae as a flagship example of the power of an army defending its native soil.
5 days ago · Sparta was a powerful city-state located in the southern part of Greece. Known for its military prowess and discipline, Sparta’s society was focused on loyalty to the state and military service. In the city-state of Sparta, citizens were primarily soldiers.
- Oligarchy
- 140,000-Sparta, 224,000-Laconia
- Southeastern Peloponnese, Greece
- Militaristic and disciplined
5 days ago · Sparta, one of the most famous ancient Greek city-states, maintained a unique oligarchical system of government known as a “mixed constitution.” It incorporated elements of monarchy, oligarchy, and democracy.
5 days ago · Sparta: Icon Of Discipline, Strength, And Military Prowess. Sparta, the legendary greek city-state, is known as an icon of discipline, strength, and military prowess. Unlike athens, sparta focused primarily on military training and the cultivation of strong warriors. Here’s what you need to know about sparta: Militaristic society:
4 days ago · 1. You want to be a good Spartan. Your nurse tells you that to be one, you must devote your life to what or to whom? Hint.
3 days ago · He is the inventor of string-music and the frequent companion of the Muses, functioning as their chorus leader in celebrations. The lyre is a common attribute of Apollo. Protection of the young is one of the best attested facets of his panhellenic cult persona.
3 days ago · Education - Athens, Ancient Greece, Pedagogy: Beginning at a date difficult to fix precisely (at the end of the 7th or during the 6th century), Athens, in contrast to Sparta, became the first to renounce education oriented toward the future duties of the soldier.
