The Greek Way of Waging War

The art of war was integral to ancient Greek culture. Delve into warfare as portrayed in the Iliad, observing the highly ritualistic nature of Homeric combat. Continue with the classical warfare of the hoplites; phalanxes of heavily armed soldiers; and learn about hoplite tactics, strategy, and weaponry. Study Athens’s mighty naval forces, and assess the changing rules of battlefield conduct.

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  • Originally Aired January 21, 2020
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network The Great Courses
  • Created December 25, 2021 by
    RicaRaducanu
  • Modified December 25, 2021 by
    RicaRaducanu