AskHistorians Podcast 061 - Hoplite Warfare and the Battle of Nemea

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Iphikrates discusses the largest hoplite battle in known history, after a substantive overview of hoplite tactics and equipment. Covered are the changing interpretations of ancient Greek warfare, the usefulness of the famous "push" and deep ranks, the role of cavalry and auxiliaries, and the evolving equipment used. Also discussed is the vaunted Spartan military prowess. (68min)

Chapters
​What Hoplite Warfare Was 6:19
Context of the Battle 28:48
The Battle 43:15
​Significance of the battle 55:42

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