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54 Were the Spartans Proto-Fascist Losers? w/ Bret Devereaux
Ancient Greece Declassified
Reevaluating Spartan Military Prowess
The chapter challenges the traditional perception of Sparta as a superior military power, exploring claims that its military performance was not exceptional. It delves into the training system of Spartan warriors, emphasizing fitness and conformity over specialized combat skills. The discussion highlights the Spartan approach to warfare, focusing on team cooperation and the effectiveness of hoplite armies in ancient Greece.
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