Hoplite infantrymen ... the close combat favored by Greek armies. During the 5th century BC, swords became increasing shorter as tactics changed in favor of less armor, increased agility, and ...

According to the Ancient Greek historian ... in such battles as Salamis in 480 BC. Above the rowers, perched on the open top of the trireme, would be up to 30 hoplites infantrymen.

Matthew combines a mastery of the relevant ancient documents and material remains with hands-on experience in fabricating, wearing, and using hoplite arms and armor to totally reshape our ...