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The Spartans

Season 1 Episode 2: Sparta's Rivalry

Athens prospers under Pericles' leadership, experiencing an economic boom and democracy. Meanwhile, Sparta grows increasingly paranoid as Athens builds long walls connecting to Piraeus, setting the stage for future conflict. The episode explores Spartan marriage customs and the unique role o...

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 2 Sparta's Rivalry

2. Sparta's Rivalry

Aired: Nov 23, 2002

Athens prospers under Pericles' leadership, experiencing an economic boom and...

Episode 3 Sparta's Destruction

3. Sparta's Destruction

Aired: Nov 30, 2002

Alcibiades, a renowned Athenian statesman, abandons Athens to join Sparta, em...

Info about The Spartans

Current Status: Ended

Network: Channel 4

Genres:Documentary, History