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HIST 0331

Sparta And Athens

Sparta and Athens
For over 200 years, Athens and Sparta were recognized as the most powerful Greek city-states, and yet one was a democracy (Athens), the other an oligarchy (Sparta). One promoted the free and open exchange of ideas (Athens); one tried to remain closed to outside influence (Sparta). This course studies the two city-states from the myths of their origins through their respective periods of hegemony to their decline as imperial powers. The goal is to understand the interaction between political success and intellectual and cultural development in ancient Greece. 2 hrs. lect., 1 hr. disc.
Subject:
History
Department:
History
Division:
Humanities
Requirements Fulfilled:
CMP EUR HIS LIT
Equivalent Courses:
CLAS 0331 *

Sections in Spring 2021

Spring 2021

HIST0331A-S21 Discussion (Chaplin)
HIST0331X-S21 Discussion (Chaplin)
HIST0331Y-S21 Discussion (Chaplin)
HIST0331Z-S21 Discussion (Chaplin)