Greek unity Flashcards
Main evidence for Greek unity
Uniting of different polis’ in the face of war
“united with concern for Greece in her hour of need” “Greeks advanced in full force”
Athens and Sparta unity
Spartans come to persuade Athenians to not join Persians and offer safety for their people etc.
Organisation
Greeks are highly organised and united
“and so any ships which escaped the Athenians ran into the Aeginetans”
“they had rushed together from their cities and set up camp at the Isthmus”
“there were many thousands there and everyone of them was working hard so the task was completed”
“The Greeks who helped at the Isthmus with their entire population”
Oracle
Oracle = located at Delphi which is accessible to everyone
Socially
Same language
Same religion
Same customs