Haiku & History Day Three!!
Spartan Sword - The Dark Side of Ancient Light [Haiku & History]
The short Spartan sword
Why is it so small you ask?
Easy to reach heart
The Spartans had their own style of sword they carried, which was slightly shorter than the norm. Spartans are often illustrated with a Macedonian style sword, one which has a slight curve. The Spartan blade we are discussing was straight and short. Since Greeks specialized in phalanx combat, the spear was the main weapon in such a battle. The sword was an important weapon to draw after the initial clash when the two sides are in chaos and inside of spear range. One could draw the sword while his hoplite shield was pressed against the enemy. If your sword was too long, you would not be able to draw it and use it to drive under the opponents armor into their vitals.
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