They fought primarily in a phalanx ... combat favored by Greek armies. During the 5th century BC, swords became increasing shorter as tactics changed in favor of less armor, increased agility ...

This formation was known as a ‘phalanx’. A hoplite had to pay for his armour himself ... Spartan women also had more freedom than other Greek women. For example, they could run the family ...

This formation was known as a ‘phalanx’. A hoplite had to pay for his armour himself ... Spartan women also had more freedom than other Greek women. For example, they could run the family ...