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Spartan was one of the cities in Greece. At one time, two kings ruled it with the help of a council of 30 elders. Many knew Sparta for its fine literature and art. It was also a military state, which played a role in defeating Persia. It had also overcame Athens, during the Peloponnesian War. In 386 BC, it made a King's Peace treaty with Persia. However, Thebes defeated it in 371 BC. From that point, it never regained its supremacy (Sande, 2015).
Life in ancient Greece for the Spartan men started at 7. It is when they would leave their families for training. Later, they would join a professional army. Their superiors were hard on them. If their parents caught them stealing food, they would punish them and ensure that they slept hungry. Cowardice was almost like a crime. No man was supposed to fear danger. The emphasis of the male education was on physical fitness. On the sanctuary of Artemis Orthia, they would show their toughness and endurance.
Life in ancient Greece for the Spartan women was different. Like the men, they too received an education and training. They had to be physically fit to ensure they had healthy babies, who would later become good soldiers. They had lessons on gymnastics, dance, and choral song. They had to stay at home, as the males took the dominant role in the public life. When their husbands entertained, they had no place on the diner table (Miles, 2014).
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