Ancient Greece

Visiting Sparta

If you have just arrived in town, I suggest visiting the archaeological museum before you walk to the remains of the acropolis. As Thucydides mentioned, there is not an overwhelming amount of architectural remains on the site, but some of the finest pieces are now on display at the museum, and you will probably have a better idea of the local Spart...

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The Peloponnesian War

Ancient sources | Thucydides | The war in general | Particular points | Inscriptions | Reviews | Bibliographies | Discussions [Ancient Greece]...

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The Dark Ages

The Dark Ages is a period in European history that followed the fall of the Western Roman Empire. It is often characterized by a lack of written records, decline in trade and urbanization, and a general scarcity of cultural and scientific achievements. This era, spanning roughly from the 5th to the 15th century, saw the fragmentation of central au...

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Perseus Architecture: Athens, Parthenon

Perseus Architecture: Athens, Parthenon The Parthenon, located on the Acropolis of Athens, Greece, is one of the most iconic examples of ancient Greek architecture. Built in the mid-5th century BCE, the Parthenon is dedicated to the goddess Athena, the patron of Athens. The architecture of the Parthenon showcases the Doric order, characterized by...

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The Persian Wars

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Military Hierarchy

The military hierarchy of ancient Greece could in retrospect be viewed as running parallel to its social hierarchy. The aristocratic class were the wealthiest and most politically powerful individuals of the populace. Their social position gave them an identical stature in the military hierarchy, for they assumed complete authority as trierarchs of...

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Minoan Art on Crete and Thera

The Aegean Bronze Age...

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Hellenistic Greece: The Age of Cultural Fusion and Expansion

Hellenistic Greece marks one of the most dynamic and transformative periods in ancient history, spanning from the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BCE to the Roman conquest of Greece in 146 BCE. This era is defined not only by the political upheavals following Alexander’s empire but also by the unprecedented spread of Greek culture across a vast...

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The Minoans

The Minoans were an ancient civilization that thrived on the island of Crete from around 2600 to 1100 BC. They are considered one of the most advanced civilizations of their time, known for their impressive palaces, vibrant artwork, and sophisticated infrastructure. One of the most famous Minoan sites is the Palace of Knossos, a vast complex with ...

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