How were women and slaves treated in Sparta?
Women and slaves were treated unfairly because they were not allowed to be citizens,vote, and did not have any rights.
there were no slaves in Sparta, and the women were treated with dignity.
How old were Spartan men when they could return to their homes?
At age 60, they could "retire" completely to 'home guard' and training the young men and boys. But other than that, there was no such thing as retirement. If they went to war, their mothers would give them their armor, weapons and shields. Then they would tell their son(s) "Come home with this shield covered in glory with your enemies' blood, or upon this shield covered with your own. Do not come home without it". they where 30 not 60 i just took a quiz and got 3/4 because the anwser was 30 not 60
Epaminondas was a prominent Theban general and statesman in ancient Greece, active during the 4th century BCE. He is best known for his role in the Battle of Leuctra in 371 BCE, where he led the Theban forces to a decisive victory over Sparta, effectively ending Spartan dominance in Greece. Epaminondas is also recognized for his innovative military tactics and his contributions to the political and social reforms in Thebes, including the establishment of a more democratic government. His legacy is marked by his efforts to unite the Greek city-states against Spartan hegemony.
How was spartas government struchtured?
the spartan government was structured based on the strength of their military
The role of Spartiate women in ancient Sparta was to produce healthy and strong babies that could become exceptional warriors. Therefore, as young girls they did not learn mundane 'home-care' tasks such as sewing and cooking - this was left to the Helots. Spartate girls were educated at home in the arts, music, dancing and poetry and were able to write letters. From a young age, female Spartiates ran around naked alongside the boys and competed in gymnastics, Wrestling, foot and horse races, and other required physical trials, all in the public's view.
Spartiate women are often referred to as the 'conscious' of Sparta as they would 'dob-in' any Spartiate (male or female) who was slacking-off. They have been documented to have been very outspoken, bold and extravagant.
Spartiate women could own their own land, it being passed down to them from their fathers or by inherenting it from their husbands who died in battle.
What is the culture of Sparta?
Sparta was in many regards the opposite pole to Athens from a cultural perspective. Lycurgus' training and rule offered the city a formalized system of mandatory military training, as well as a constitution and social structure which allowed all Spartans some form of equality. Sparta was patriarchal (like Athens) and militaristic (unlike Athens). Lycurgus's precept required military service for nearly a person's entire life, and was excluded to the helots and the periroki. Only the male spartiate were admitted into Lycurgus' training, where at the age of seven, a male child was taken from their mother, and until the age of 30 and possibly beyond were dedicated to their training and to their service to the state.
that answer was by Alicia garciaaa virianys best friendWhy was Sparta and Athens enemies?
They were polar opposites, Athens being a scholarly, open empire, with Sparta being a military state that detested change. Sparta had a powerful army, Athens had a powerful navy. Both were also ambitious and wanted to expand their reaches of influence. They were bound to bump heads a few times.
How did Athens benefit from its navy?
Athens always had a strong navy and they have benefitted their navy because of it's power.
Did Athens or Sparta have more contact with foreigners?
I think so because they traded with a lot of different places.
What was the Spartans polis focused on?
they were focused on having a strong army. When you were 7 you went to train in the military.
Sparta was discovered in 8th century BC. There's no actual date affiliated with its discovery. Sparta was ruled by retired warriors.