A Greek city-state - Coach Franco World History
... bad, some were good rulers. Draco: Codified the laws of Athens. He came up with Athens's first written law code. The laws were very harsh, but did made some advancements -codified laws allowed for precedent and knowledge of the law. -the law distinguished between murder and involuntary killing. The ...
... bad, some were good rulers. Draco: Codified the laws of Athens. He came up with Athens's first written law code. The laws were very harsh, but did made some advancements -codified laws allowed for precedent and knowledge of the law. -the law distinguished between murder and involuntary killing. The ...
Delian League
... o He was accused of collaborating with the Persians o Athenians possibly encouraged the stories about Pausanias o After Pausanias was recalled, Spartans sent out another commander called Dorcis - Athens possessed naval strength and reputation after Salamis - Athens seized the opportunity and was wil ...
... o He was accused of collaborating with the Persians o Athenians possibly encouraged the stories about Pausanias o After Pausanias was recalled, Spartans sent out another commander called Dorcis - Athens possessed naval strength and reputation after Salamis - Athens seized the opportunity and was wil ...
Athens versus Sparta - sacc7homework
... Topic 2. Roles of Key groups in Athenian and Spartan society including the influence of law and religion. Topic 3. The significant beliefs, values and practices of the ancient Greeks, with a particular emphasis on everyday life, warfare, death and funerary customs ...
... Topic 2. Roles of Key groups in Athenian and Spartan society including the influence of law and religion. Topic 3. The significant beliefs, values and practices of the ancient Greeks, with a particular emphasis on everyday life, warfare, death and funerary customs ...
As You Read
... the ability to make iron weapons. Because these cost less than weapons made of bronze, more people could afford them. Soon each city-state had its own army. In this army, soldiers stood side by side. They had a spear in one hand and a shield in the other. Together they formed a phalanx. The Persian ...
... the ability to make iron weapons. Because these cost less than weapons made of bronze, more people could afford them. Soon each city-state had its own army. In this army, soldiers stood side by side. They had a spear in one hand and a shield in the other. Together they formed a phalanx. The Persian ...
Transition Lecture
... • Epic poem – what is that? • One of first works of literature • Relations between gods and men, men and women, heroes and their environment • The importance of revenge and honour • The evolving concept of hero ...
... • Epic poem – what is that? • One of first works of literature • Relations between gods and men, men and women, heroes and their environment • The importance of revenge and honour • The evolving concept of hero ...
Chapter 2 The Cultural Context of
... • in cultural matters the aristocracy clung to power - as the most literate citizens, its members were the creators or sponsors of most Greek literature, art, and philosophy. • What we know of Greek culture comes from the aristoi, the free male citizens descended from old families • there is little ...
... • in cultural matters the aristocracy clung to power - as the most literate citizens, its members were the creators or sponsors of most Greek literature, art, and philosophy. • What we know of Greek culture comes from the aristoi, the free male citizens descended from old families • there is little ...
Powerpoint - St. Olaf Pages
... enacted. Kings were replaced by archons, with a limited term of office. Finally, an assembly was instituted. • Draco: in 621 he published a law code, esp. for homicide. It was known for the harshness of its ...
... enacted. Kings were replaced by archons, with a limited term of office. Finally, an assembly was instituted. • Draco: in 621 he published a law code, esp. for homicide. It was known for the harshness of its ...
Chapter-5-Classical
... climate • Lived in mountain village not city-states • Did not have great philosophers, artists, or writers • But had fearless kings! ...
... climate • Lived in mountain village not city-states • Did not have great philosophers, artists, or writers • But had fearless kings! ...
Sparta and Athens Questions
... 8). Learned to sing and play musical instruments. 9). Boys learned about Greek history and legend, and Greek literature. 10). Boys from rich families continued education with private tutors. 11). Tutors taught students philosophy, geometry, astronomy, and other subjects. 12). Public speaking helped ...
... 8). Learned to sing and play musical instruments. 9). Boys learned about Greek history and legend, and Greek literature. 10). Boys from rich families continued education with private tutors. 11). Tutors taught students philosophy, geometry, astronomy, and other subjects. 12). Public speaking helped ...
Section 2 - The Classical Age
... Government consisted of three main bodies: - Assembly (did most governing) - Council of 500 - Courts ...
... Government consisted of three main bodies: - Assembly (did most governing) - Council of 500 - Courts ...
hoplites - the fighters of ancient greece
... The importance of the shield and helmet When opposing lines of hoplites met in battle, each tried to break through the other’s phalanx. Once that was done, the victorious hoplites rushed through the gap for the easier job of attacking the opponents in their undefended flanks and rear. To prevent thi ...
... The importance of the shield and helmet When opposing lines of hoplites met in battle, each tried to break through the other’s phalanx. Once that was done, the victorious hoplites rushed through the gap for the easier job of attacking the opponents in their undefended flanks and rear. To prevent thi ...
1.3: Early Greek Civilisation
... Socrates. However in 431 BC the Pelopponesian War between Sparta and Athens began, and raged until the victory of Sparta in 404 BC. After this the power and influence of Athens was eclipsed. It might well have been forgotten if not for Alexander the Great, who by conquering vast stretches of the Mid ...
... Socrates. However in 431 BC the Pelopponesian War between Sparta and Athens began, and raged until the victory of Sparta in 404 BC. After this the power and influence of Athens was eclipsed. It might well have been forgotten if not for Alexander the Great, who by conquering vast stretches of the Mid ...
The Classical Age - World History and Honors History 9
... • How did the Greeks manage to win the Persian Wars? • What advances were made in the golden age of Athens? • What led to the outbreak of the Peloponnesian War? ...
... • How did the Greeks manage to win the Persian Wars? • What advances were made in the golden age of Athens? • What led to the outbreak of the Peloponnesian War? ...
Battle of Marathon - Prep World History I
... generals, since anciently the Athenians allowed him an equal right of voting with them. The Polemarch at this juncture was Callimachus of Aphidnae; to him therefore Miltiades went, and said: "With you it rests Callimachus, either to bring Athens to slavery, or, by securing her freedom, to leave behi ...
... generals, since anciently the Athenians allowed him an equal right of voting with them. The Polemarch at this juncture was Callimachus of Aphidnae; to him therefore Miltiades went, and said: "With you it rests Callimachus, either to bring Athens to slavery, or, by securing her freedom, to leave behi ...
WORD
... One must always be careful with both primary and secondary documents because they often reflect the authors’ bias. One must always reflect on the purpose of the document, the intended audience, and the person who wrote the document. Not all documents can be taken completely at face value. A. Pericle ...
... One must always be careful with both primary and secondary documents because they often reflect the authors’ bias. One must always reflect on the purpose of the document, the intended audience, and the person who wrote the document. Not all documents can be taken completely at face value. A. Pericle ...
Four Forms of Government in Ancient Greece
... A monarchy is a form of government in which the ruling power is in the hands of a single person. Most monarchies have been ruled by kings, usually with the help of a council of advisors. The word monarchy comes from the Greek term, monos (meaning “single”) and arkhein (meaning “rule”). The Mycenaean ...
... A monarchy is a form of government in which the ruling power is in the hands of a single person. Most monarchies have been ruled by kings, usually with the help of a council of advisors. The word monarchy comes from the Greek term, monos (meaning “single”) and arkhein (meaning “rule”). The Mycenaean ...
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... The Hot Gates Almost the only way for Xerxes’ army to reach central Greece was via a narrow pass between the mountains and sea, at a place called Thermopylae, meaning “hot gates,” for its sulfurous springs. Around August 14, 480, King Leonidas of Sparta arrived here ahead of the Persians, with thre ...
... The Hot Gates Almost the only way for Xerxes’ army to reach central Greece was via a narrow pass between the mountains and sea, at a place called Thermopylae, meaning “hot gates,” for its sulfurous springs. Around August 14, 480, King Leonidas of Sparta arrived here ahead of the Persians, with thre ...
Greek Heritage Month Presentation
... • Citizens who have Rights (most males) - ~10% • asty + chora = polis. • Asty is the Greek word for the city proper, the core of the polis. • Chora means region or district; in our formula, it refers to the agricultural hinterland around a polis. ...
... • Citizens who have Rights (most males) - ~10% • asty + chora = polis. • Asty is the Greek word for the city proper, the core of the polis. • Chora means region or district; in our formula, it refers to the agricultural hinterland around a polis. ...
Democracy
... city. The unarmed populace of Athens sought refuge on the island of Salamis. The city was deserted and only the elderly and those unable to leave remained. The allies reinforced the Athenian fleet by sending approximately 178 triremes. That brought the Greek’s naval force to about 378 triremes, whil ...
... city. The unarmed populace of Athens sought refuge on the island of Salamis. The city was deserted and only the elderly and those unable to leave remained. The allies reinforced the Athenian fleet by sending approximately 178 triremes. That brought the Greek’s naval force to about 378 triremes, whil ...
Persian Empire - dsapresents.o
... • “This is the word of Cyrus king of Persia: The Lord, God of heaven has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he himself has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem in Judah. To every man of his people now among you I say, God be with him, and let him go up to Jerusalem in Judah, and re ...
... • “This is the word of Cyrus king of Persia: The Lord, God of heaven has given me all the kingdoms of the earth, and he himself has charged me to build him a house at Jerusalem in Judah. To every man of his people now among you I say, God be with him, and let him go up to Jerusalem in Judah, and re ...
Sparta - Athens Info Sheets and Fill-In Sheet
... long as they acted within the laws of Greece. This allowed them the opportunity to excel in any direction they chose. Individuality, as the Greeks viewed it, was the basis of their society. The ability to strive for excellence, no matter what the challenge, was what the Athenians so dearly believed ...
... long as they acted within the laws of Greece. This allowed them the opportunity to excel in any direction they chose. Individuality, as the Greeks viewed it, was the basis of their society. The ability to strive for excellence, no matter what the challenge, was what the Athenians so dearly believed ...
Greece Notes (Half)
... • Powerful nobles of wealthy citizens would seize power by appealing to common people for support – This happened in city-states where constant clashes between rulers & common people took place ...
... • Powerful nobles of wealthy citizens would seize power by appealing to common people for support – This happened in city-states where constant clashes between rulers & common people took place ...
Greece - University High School
... Jerusalem at time of Solomon Strategically located in the middle of lands occupied by the Israelite tribes and on a high plateau overlooking the central hills and the Judaean desert, Jerusalem was captured around 1000 B.C.E. by King David, who made it his capital (the City of David is at left; the ...
... Jerusalem at time of Solomon Strategically located in the middle of lands occupied by the Israelite tribes and on a high plateau overlooking the central hills and the Judaean desert, Jerusalem was captured around 1000 B.C.E. by King David, who made it his capital (the City of David is at left; the ...
Ancient Greek warfare
The Greek 'Dark Age' drew to a close as a significant increase in population allowed urbanized culture to be restored, and the rise of the city-states (Poleis). These developments ushered in the Archaic period (800-480 BC). They also restored the capability of organized warfare between these Poleis (as opposed to small-scale raids to acquire livestock and grain, for example). The fractious nature of Ancient Greek society seems to have made continuous conflict on this larger scale inevitable.Concomitant with the rise of the city-state was the evolution of a new way of warfare - the hoplite phalanx. When exactly the phalanx developed is uncertain, but it is thought to have been developed by the Spartans. The chigi vase, dated to around 650 BC, is the earliest depiction of a hoplite in full battle array. The hoplite was a well-armed and armored citizen-soldier primarily drawn from the middle classes. Every man had to serve at least two years in the army. Fighting in the tight phalanx formation maximised the effectiveness of his armor, large shield and long spear, presenting a wall of armor and spearpoints to the enemy. They were a force to be reckoned with.With this evolution in warfare, battles seem to have consisted mostly of the clash of hoplite phalanxes from the city-states in conflict. Since the soldiers were citizens with other occupations, warfare was limited in distance, season and scale. Neither side could afford heavy casualties or sustained campaigns, so conflicts seem to have been resolved by a single set-piece battle.The scale and scope of warfare in Ancient Greece changed dramatically as a result of the Greco-Persian Wars. To fight the enormous armies of the Achaemenid Empire was effectively beyond the capabilities of a single city-state. The eventual triumph of the Greeks was achieved by alliances of many city-states (the exact composition changing over time), allowing the pooling of resources and division of labour. Although alliances between city states occurred before this time, nothing on this scale had been seen before. The rise of Athens and Sparta as pre-eminent powers during this conflict led directly to the Peloponnesian War, which saw further development of the nature of warfare, strategy and tactics. Fought between leagues of cities dominated by Athens and Sparta, the increased manpower and financial resources increased the scale, and allowed the diversification of warfare. Set-piece battles during the Peloponnesian war proved indecisive and instead there was increased reliance on attritionary strategies, naval battle and blockades and sieges. These changes greatly increased the number of casualties and the disruption of Greek society.Following the eventual defeat of the Athenians in 404 BC, and the disbandment of the Athenian-dominated Delian League, Ancient Greece fell under the hegemony of Sparta. However, it was soon apparent that the hegemony was unstable, and the Persian Empire sponsored a rebellion by the combined powers of Athens, Thebes, Corinth and Argos, resulting in the Corinthian War (395-387 BC). After largely inconclusive campaigning, the war was decided when the Persians switched to supporting the Spartans, in return for the cities of Ionia and Spartan non-interference in Asia Minor. This brought the rebels to terms, and restored the Spartan hegemony on a more stable footing. The Spartan hegemony would last another 16 years, until, at the Battle of Leuctra (371) the Spartans were decisively defeated by the Theban general Epaminondas.In the aftermath of this, the Thebans acted with alacrity to establish a hegemony of their own over Greece. However, Thebes lacked sufficient manpower and resources, and became overstretched in attempting to impose itself on the rest of Greece. Following the death of Epaminondas and loss of manpower at the Battle of Mantinea, the Theban hegemony ceased. Indeed, the losses in the ten years of the Theban hegemony left all the Greek city-states weakened and divided. As such, the city-states of southern Greece would shortly afterwards be powerless to resist the rise of the Macedonian kingdom in the north. With revolutionary tactics, King Phillip II brought most of Greece under his sway, paving the way for the conquest of ""the known world"" by his son Alexander the Great. The rise of the Macedonian Kingdom is generally taken to signal the end of the Greek Classical period, and certainly marked the end of the distinctive hoplite battle in Ancient Greece.