He focuses on the background of those who fought Athens's wars and on what they thought about doing so. Pritchard studies, together, all four branches of the armed forces. It shows how democracy helped the Athenians to be better soldiers. This book explores the major reasons behind this military success. The Athenian armed forces were unmatched in size and professionalism. Democratic Athens completely transformed warfare and became a superpower. Less well known is the other side of this success story. The plays of this ancient Greek state are still staged today. Classical Athens perfected direct democracy.
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