Monday-
Sparta
History- Founded by Lacedaemon(Son of Zeus and Taygete)
Rise to Power- Militaristic nature of society, Conquest of Messenia. Provided nearest thing to standing army. People looked to Sparta as protection.
Geography- south part of Greece, lived close to the Eurotas river. It was very hot and dry in the summers. In the winter was a lot of rain and a bit of snow. 3 borders protecting the Spartans so people couldn't attack very easily.
Social Classes-Spartiates, Perioeci, Helots
Jobs- men- Astronomer, Bard-wrote poetry and performed it in public readings, Farmers, Magistrate-enforced community laws
Women-Baker,Dancer,Spinner, weaver-wove material using wrap weighted looms.
Wedding- fight at ceremony then feast, 12-15 low as 7
Divorce- father might not want daughter back, leave her husbands home and considered divorce, not allowed to hold jobs, Children stayed with husband, Could give wife to another man.
Tuesday-
Males were trained to be very militaristic. they wanted them to be very good soldiers. Made them march without shoes.
Wednesday-
Military and Wars- soldier was the only job for the males, they were raised as a soldier. They were known for their red cloak and long hair, Phalanx style of fighting. When the boys turned 12 they had to sleep outside to get used to the enviroment, At the age of 20 they would try to pass the citizen test. If they didn't pass then they would be demoted to second class citizens.
Thursday-
Sparta
Athletics (olympics, hunting)
Phalanx Video
Friday-
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