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The Ancient Greeks

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The Ancient Greeks

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About The Ancient Greeks

This is a survey of ancient Greek history from the Bronze Age to the death of Socrates in 399 BCE. Along with studying the most important events and personalities, we will consider broader issues such as political and cultural values and methods of historical interpretation.

What You Will Learn?

  • Prehistory to Homer The Archaic Age (ca. 800-500 BCE) Two City-States: Sparta and Athens Democracy. The Persian Wars "The Great 50 Years" (ca. 480-431 BCE) The Peloponnesian War I The End of the War, the End of the Century Course Pages.