Excavation questions Sparta's origins
Recent archaeological findings challenge traditional views of Sparta’s origins, suggesting the city-state emerged from an existing Lakedaimonian culture rather than through conquest. Excavations at Aghios Vasileios uncovered remains of a palace, frescoes, bronze swords, and Linear B records, indicating continuity with older traditions. The study emphasizes that Sparta’s development involved building upon established regional practices rather than solely military conquest.
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