Sparta

The rivals to Sparta was Athens. Sparta was the capital of Laconia. Sparta did not pride themselves on art or learning, they prided themselves on the men who fought in war, and the ability to take down the intended target. The Spartan government was founded on the fact that once a new infant was born they belonged to the state. The less strong infants were sent to a near by chasm and left to dye. The children who were able to survive were raised up under a disaplined rule. The men serve in the army from age 20 to age 60. Girls were educated in classes under a similar system, but with less rigor. The spartan government was run by two kings who ruled joinity.