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Ancient Greek Fortifications 500–300 BC (Fortress)

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The development of the city-state in the Classical period of Greek history ensured a shift in the nature of fortifications in the region. No longer were fortresses designed to defend a ruler and his entourage, moderately the entire of the citizen body needed to be safe against any outdoor threats. The enceintes of these Greek city-states did not need to be very high or strong as city-state conflict was once still determined by spear and shield, though some thought was once still given to the science of fortification. This book details the construction and ongoing development of the defences that safe one of the crucial most illustrious sites in Greece all the way through the most famous period of her history.

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