the greek army and its hoplites

The Greek Army and its Hoplites

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weekend!

The Rich are playing war!!!

• Originally the Ancient Greeks only allowed the RICH to participate because they had

But the rich realized it was not all that fun so……….

• By 700 BCE regular citizens became soldier but they didn’t have

• BECAUSE

Hoplites

• Regular foot soldiers were called hoplites

• They were named after the Hoplon (the large round shield that protects the soldier from the front).

Hoplon

A Phalanx

So what did they have??

• They usually provided their own weapons, but on occasion the polis would help suit the soldier for battle!

• Look the worksheet that shows the accessories a hoplite carries!

Why were they good soldiers??

• They were loyal to their hometowns and proud to fight for their people!

• Why could this cause problems??

HELP WANTED!!

• The great polis, ________ is in need of a few good men, who love our polis, to defend own polis!

Requirements: Free native born males.

Loyalty & Love for your polis

We will provide you with: a hoplon, helmet, greaves, We will provide you with: a hoplon, helmet, greaves, breast plate, spear, and short sword!breast plate, spear, and short sword!