Greek Warfare
Articles tagged Greek Warfare.
Peltasts: The Javelin Troops Who Broke the Spartan Phalanx
Jun 05-By Caiden Pannell
In 390 BC, Athenian peltasts destroyed a Spartan regiment without a single shield clash, exposing a fatal flaw in hoplite warfare.
What Happened After Ancient Battles?
Nov 06, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
After battle, armies looted the dead, negotiated truces, raised victory monuments, and fought the disease that often killed more than combat did.
How Did Greek Hoplites Fight?
Oct 23, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
Greek hoplites fought in tight phalanx formations with bronze armor and long spears, creating a mobile shield wall that dominated ancient battlefields.
The Sacred Band of Thebes: 150 Male Couples in Battle
Sep 04, 2025-By Caiden Pannell
Three hundred Thebans stood as 150 male couples. The Sacred Band trained as pairs for steadiness at the hinge of a fight, broke Sparta...
