History of Sparta

Hamil
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This podcast will chronicle the full story of the ancient Spartans, from the initial Dorian settlement, reforms of Lycurgus, Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, to the state's decline under the Roman boot.

Episodes

  1. 4: The Persian Colossus Draws Near (Pt.1)

    May 22

    4: The Persian Colossus Draws Near (Pt.1)

    This episode explores the evolving geopolitical scene in the mid-6th century BC. We’ll get a brief update from the Spartans, who are slowly consolidating power in Greece, as another power sweeps across Asia Minor. Cyrus, the Persian King of Kings, makes his debut. Sound effects: Pixabay Music: Clash Defiant, Drums of the Deep ^Both by Kevin MacLeod, whose music can be found at: https://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/music.html

    13 min
  2. 3: Inside Sparta's Government & Education System

    May 9

    3: Inside Sparta's Government & Education System

    In this episode we’ll cover the brutal agoge education system that starved and beat boys into warriors, and the makeup of Sparta's government which oversaw one of history's most unequal societies. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta

    9 min
  3. 2: Lycurgus and the War That Made Sparta

    Apr 2

    2: Lycurgus and the War That Made Sparta

    This episode will explore the semi-mythic Lycurgus and the Second Messenian War, spanning the period of 685-650 BC. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta

    11 min

  4. 02/10/2019

    1: The Dawn of Sparta: Dorian Settlement & Origins of a Warrior State

    Please leave a comment and review to help grow the podcast. This episode will cover the initial Dorian settlement. Follow me here: https://x.com/HistorySparta

    6 min
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This podcast will chronicle the full story of the ancient Spartans, from the initial Dorian settlement, reforms of Lycurgus, Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, to the state's decline under the Roman boot.

Information

  • Creator
    Hamil
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    4
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © All rights reserved
  • Show Website
    History of Sparta