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Helots were spartan?
The Helots were a subjugated population in Laconia and Messenia, a territory controlled by Sparta
Were the serfs in Sparta known as Hoplites?
No. The Serfs were called "Helots" and were mainly based in Messenia. They worked to provide food for the Spartiates, the elite Spartan class. Hoplites were the Spartan warriors. The common image of these men in helmets, with a large shield and spear each, arranged in rows was called the Phalanx.
What was the spartan mens occupations?
All Spartan men had to be solders
What did spartan men do?
The Men work was that they train for war.
What is messenia?
Messenia is an area or district in the Peloponnese or lower part of ancient Greece.
When was Archaeological Museum of Messenia created?
Archaeological Museum of Messenia was created in 2009.
How were helots usually enslaved?
Helots were typically enslaved through conquest, as they were originally the subjugated populations of Messenia and Laconia after the Spartan conquest. The Spartans established a system of serfdom, where helots were bound to the land and required to work for their Spartan masters. Additionally, helots could be captured during military campaigns and were often used as agricultural laborers, providing food and resources for the Spartan state. Their status was institutionalized, making them essential to the Spartan economy and way of life.
What was the spartan army made up of?
The Spartan army was made up of Spartan men who have been trained in the art of warfare since they could walk.
Why did the Spartans invade Messenia?
The Spartans invaded Messenia primarily to secure land for agriculture and resources to support their growing population. The invasion, which began in the 8th century BCE, led to the subjugation of the Messenians, who became serfs known as helots. This conquest allowed Sparta to establish a strong economic base and maintain its militaristic society, as the helots provided the necessary labor for Spartan citizens to focus on warfare and training. The ongoing tension between Spartans and helots was a critical aspect of Spartan society and military strategy.
What age could Spartan men return home?
spartan men were allowed to leave the military camp at age 50.
How old were Spartan men could return to their homes when they where?
Spartan men could return to their homes at the age of 30 after completing their military training and service to the state.
What do Spartan men wear when they are in war?
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