Hoplite infantrymen ... the close combat favored by Greek armies. During the 5th century BC, swords became increasing shorter as tactics changed in favor of less armor, increased agility, and ...

Matthew combines a mastery of the relevant ancient documents and material remains with hands-on experience in fabricating, wearing, and using hoplite arms and armor to totally reshape our ...

In battle, hoplites fought as a team ... on their shields - they believed only a coward would drop his shield and run away. Greek warships had oars as well as sails. The largest warships had ...

In battle, hoplites fought as a team ... on their shields - they believed only a coward would drop his shield and run away. Greek warships had oars as well as sails. The largest warships had ...