Today: Life as a Greek Soldier. 3/16/11 BR- How did fighting in wars make life more democratic in ancient Greece? Today: Life as a Greek Soldier.

Homework: Searching for Details (Due Thursday-25 points) On a piece of paper, collect details about what fighting in a phalanx would be like 5 details 70% 5% for each detail after Where? Read pp102-104 http://www.livius.org/pha-phd/phalanx/phalanx.html http://www.historynet.com/weaponry-greek-phalanx.htm First hand experience (what we did outside)

Fighting in a Phalanx - Details The gear is heavy, about 50-70 pounds

Life as a Greek Soldier.. I would like you to write a letter to someone (mother, father, brother, etc) telling about your experience as a Greek soldier. Include details! In general, I would like you to describe your thoughts, emotions, and experiences (physical/mental) as you lived as a Greek soldier.

Life as a Greek Soldier.. (Details) Due Friday, 45 points 1 page in length Possible details to include: where you are from, where you are fighting, who you are fighting, what is difficult as a soldier, how do you feel when fighting, what are some good things about being a soldier, what is physically demanding about your life, NAMES, TERMS (hoplite, phalanx, etc), what kind of training was necessary.