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Comparing Ancient City-States to Modern Day Football Teams
2:52:44 - 2:58:50 (06:06)
The toughness of Pittsburgh Steelers is compared to the city-state of rustic farmers, Thebes, known for their brawniness, questioning the transfer power between "tough" and "weak" civilizations. This concept is explored in relation to the reputation and records of ancient city-states in battles.
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The concept of toughness is difficult to define, but it can be associated with the way people from certain civilizations present themselves.
2:52:44 - 2:56:06 (03:22)
Summary
The concept of toughness is difficult to define, but it can be associated with the way people from certain civilizations present themselves. However, it is unclear how to measure and compare toughness between them.
ChapterComparing Ancient City-States to Modern Day Football Teams
EpisodeShow 57 - Kings of Kings II
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The Spartan army's military drills were unparalleled, making them superior to their opponents and almost other-worldly, according to author Jacob L. Wright in the book "Empires of the Bible".
2:56:06 - 2:58:50 (02:44)
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The Spartan army's military drills were unparalleled, making them superior to their opponents and almost other-worldly, according to author Jacob L. Wright in the book "Empires of the Bible". Their system of apartheid allowed them to focus solely on training for war and to have servants tend to their other needs.