SOURCE3 Spartan males lived a harsh and disciplined life, much of which was spent in military camps.
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A The army barracks and other Spartan settlements had no walls. B Even after marrying, Spartan men ate in the army barracks. To be a citizen, a man had to join an army mess. C Men lived in military camps until they were 30, when they could become a citizen and marry. D Spartan soldiers grew their hair long and wore little clothing. In battle or training, they wore armour and red cloaks. In phalanx formation, they stood close with shields touching and spears pointing forward. E Boys were often whipped to teach them to handle pain and be brave. Stealing was accepted, but getting caught was punished harshly. F Beds were a bundle of long reeds, cut from the riverbanks, and laid on the þoor. G In military camps, boys and young men exercised, played war games and learned Sparta’s rules. They had no comforts from home, and discipline was very strict.
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