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Spartans residents of Greek city known for its stern dedication to militarism. [Gk. Hist.: EB, IX: 403] See : Austerity Spartans Doric people noted for bravery, frugality, and stern self-discipline. [Gk. Hist.: Payton, 640] See : Discipline How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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There are, for example, the Spartans and the Romans. They say, that during the reigns of their ancient kings they used to present foreigners with the freedom of their city, to prevent there being a want of men while they carried on long wars; it is also affirmed that the number of Spartans was formerly ten thousand; but be that as it will, an equality of property conduces much to increase the number of the people. The Spartans and Spaniards have been noted to be of small dispatch; Mi venga la muerte de Spagna; Let my death come from Spain; for then it will be sure to be long in coming. |
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