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The Spartans

Season 1 Episode 2: Part 2

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 1 Part 1

1. Part 1

Aired: Nov 16, 2002

The Dorian settlers arrive in the Eurotas valley, introducing the cultures of...

Episode 2 Part 2

2. Part 2

Aired: Nov 23, 2002

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

Episode 3 Part 3

3. Part 3

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