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They had a serf population which farmed the land and gave half their produce to the state, which supported them. The ratio was about 7 to 1, so when they went on an expedition, they took seven serfs with them as light infantry, which augmented their power as they served as archers, javelin men, rock-throwers, and disposers of fallen enemies; it also reduced the potential for uprisings at home while they were away.
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Are there any Spartans left today?
After their last fall to the Romans they were allowed to keep freedom, but through time they got culturally diffused, and the older Spartan way of life seemed to slowly slip away. So their are still descendants of Sparta, but no one is full Spartan.
How was the life in Athens similar to Sparta?
The citizens of both city-states were warriors - the Spartans full time, the Athenians full time. The Spartans had serfs to support them, the Athenians had slaves. Both had democracies, the Spartans a limited form, the Athenians moved to a radical form. Both were serious about the gods and religious festivals. Their differences lay in other areas - women a basic part of social life in Sparta, in Athens they were kept in virtual purdah; the serfs in Sparta were free, the slaves in Athens were chattels.
How was life in Athens similar to Sparta?
The citizens of both city-states were warriors - the Spartans full time, the Athenians full time. The Spartans had serfs to support them, the Athenians had slaves. Both had democracies, the Spartans a limited form, the Athenians moved to a radical form. Both were serious about the gods and religious festivals. Their differences lay in other areas - women a basic part of social life in Sparta, in Athens they were kept in virtual purdah; the serfs in Sparta were free, the slaves in Athens were chattels.
What time period did the Spartans live in?
Spartans lived in the ancient Greek city state of Sparta around the 10th century BC.
What did Spartans do in their spare time?
They went fishing and caught some sheep to cook for their meal!
What role did Spartans play in ancient Greece?
full time profesional soldiers
What did the English army consist of?
The british army consists of full time soldiers. The soldiers are full time once they volunteer.
What are civilian soldiers?
Ordinary citizens who serve for a limited time as soldiers, rather than becoming full-time professional soldiers.
How were Philip II and Alexander able to control all of Greece?
Most soldiers at the time of Alexander were only part time, which means that when there were no wars the soldiers were farmers or land owners. Philip made his army full time soldiers. This allowed him to train his army over long periods of time. This is only 1 of the reasons Philiip and Alex conquered Greece though...
What was spartas culture like?
The Spartans were professional soldiers in ancient Greece. Their martial discipline was unequaled in Western culture. Their idea of a march would be a full run for regular soldiers. To build their shield arms, they "marched" (ran) with their 60 lbs. (29 Kilo) shield straight out. The Spartan shield was key to their success in combat. A phalanx of Spartans could interlock their shields which was impenetrable at the time. A shield of that quality could not be breached alone and in combination allowed them to advance on their foes with spears penetrating the ranks of the enemy. The most famous Spartans were the 300 that stood against the 1,000,000 Persians of Xerxes' army. The Spartans managed to kill over 25,000 of Xerxes' army over the course of two and a half days.
Why were Spartans famous?
Because they were the best soldiers of the time. They were trained to be soldiers from the age of 7, they learnt to bear harsh conditions, they were worth 5 other Greek soldiers. Sparta was a military state and they valued people according to their military abilities.
Are there any Spartans left today?
After their last fall to the Romans they were allowed to keep freedom, but through time they got culturally diffused, and the older Spartan way of life seemed to slowly slip away. So their are still descendants of Sparta, but no one is full Spartan.
Did Athens have a full-time army?
yes they had about 1000 foot soldiers
What is the defionition of a regular army?
a standing army composed of full time soldiers
Who differed militias in that it was made up of full-time soldiers?
Stupid Kdub
Who differed from militias in that it was made up of full time soldiers?
Stupid Kdub
How did steam trains increase spare time?
its allowed cargo or even soldiers to go on it. which was faster than a carriage at that time
