Top 10 Things You Didn’t Know About Ancient Greece
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9Sparta’s Unique Education System
The Spartans were known for their military prowess, but their approach to education was equally unique.
Boys were enrolled in the “agoge” system at age seven, where they were trained in physical endurance, combat skills, and loyalty to the state. This rigorous system emphasized discipline and resilience, often at the expense of personal freedom and comfort.