The power of Spartan kings was balanced by the gerousia - 28 elected older Spartan men who were no longer eligible for military service. This really explains why Spartan society tended to be conservative and reinforced military exploits. This source-based homework task is designed to support student understanding of the NSW Ancient History syllabus
Higher School Certificate course
Part II - Ancient Societies
Option I - Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra
Students analyse a range of primary and secondary, visual and written sources to understand why the Spartans allowed elderly former soldiers to rule the state with the king.
Higher School Certificate course
Part II - Ancient Societies
Option I - Spartan Society to the Battle of Leuctra
Students analyse a range of primary and secondary, visual and written sources to understand why the Spartans allowed elderly former soldiers to rule the state with the king.
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