Athens vs. Sparta

Athens or Sparta?

Very militaristic (pro military and aggression) in all aspects of society.

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Located on Peloponnesus (the southern tip of the main peninsula in Greece).

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Their government was an oligarchy.

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Citizens (male) participated directly in law making. "Rule by the people" is called democracy.

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High value was placed in the arts, literature and intellectual (academic) ambitions.

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All forms of individual expression ( being unique) were discouraged (not accepted).

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Athens or Sparta?

They established the first form of democracy as their government.

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Education was highly valued - but only for wealthy (rich) boys.

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Athens or Sparta?

Valued duty, strength and discipline over freedom, individuality (being your own person) and education.

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Women had more rights than most city-states like: participating in some military training, property ownership, and not needing permission to leave home.

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