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This lecture explores the birth of the hoplite in Ancient Greece, focusing on topics such as Mediterranean trade routes, the Spartan constitution (rhetra), and dark-age armor. It also examines various artifacts and scenes depicting hoplites in action.
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Warfare and Society in Ancient Greece Lecture 5 The birth of the hoplite I
Carving plaques on ivory bones from the sanctuary of Artemis Orthia (late VII cent.)
Mycenaean and hoplite swords Louvre E 876
Mycenaean and hoplite swords Louvre E 876 Louvre E 876