1. Greek Weapons and Tactics

2. The Hoplite Named for the hoplon the shield he carries Was private citizen and responsible for purchase of his own equipment Equipment: varies according to wealth -standard items are spear for thrusting not throwing -Heavy shield of metal and wood and helmet -Helmet -Breastplate and shin guards worn by wealthier hoplites

3. Traditional Battle Formation Characteristic of the “heroic” age of battle – this formation emphasizes 1-on-1 battles and glory

4. Phalanx Formation HOPLITE FORMATION: Greek generals trained their soldiers to fight in lines, shoulder to shoulder. In this way each man was protected by the shield of the man standing next to him. When they all marched forward together, no enemy spears or arrows could get through their wall of shields forward momentum breaks through lines (think “scrum” in a rugby match)

5. How to Make Your Own Phalanx 1.Train your soldiers well. They must never flinch or run away. A single man leaving the line will collapse the entire formation 2.Equip them properly, everyone needs a shield and a spear at least! 3.Practice the formation. Timing each move is essential, no one can move ahead or fall behind 4.No Heroes! Emphasize to your men that there is no “I” in team 5.Enjoy your new, unstoppable formation and the spoils of war

6. Trireme 200 man… 140 ft… Lightning quick… Ramming machine!

7. Trireme doing it’s thing Typically triremes focused on ramming in order to sink, but some marines were on hand to board enemy vessles