AskHistorians Podcast 061 - Hoplite Warfare and the Battle of Nemea - a podcast by The AskHistorians Mod Team
from 2016-04-29T16:09:17
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Iphikrates discusses the largest hoplite battle in known
history, after a substantive overview of hoplite tactics and
equipment. Covered are the changing interpretations of ancient
Greek warfare, the usefulness of the famous "push" and deep ranks,
the role of cavalry and auxiliaries, and the evolving equipment
used. Also discussed is the vaunted Spartan military prowess.
(68min)
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