TIL Sparta was defeated in battle by an elite Theban unit called the Sacred Band. The unit was made up of 150 pairs of male lovers who would fight harder with their lover by their side. by whatilearned July 16, 2022, 4:42 pm 12 Points Upvote Downvote
4 Comments TIL about the Sacred Band of Thebes, an elite Theban army unit made up of 150 pairs of male lovers. They were a highly successful unit through the 4th century BC, ending Spartan domination at the Battle of Battle of Leuctra. by whatilearned April 17, 2021, 6:04 am 12 Points Upvote Downvote
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