This story appears in the November/December 2016 issue of National Geographic History magazine. Sparta’s enemies, when facing the intimidating Spartan forces, would see a wall of shields ...

Famous quotes and anecdotes associated with the Spartans: Herodotus reports that just before the Battle of Thermoplyae, a Spartan warrior named Dienekes was told that the Persian archers could ...

This guide will show gamers how to activate classic portraits in Age of Mythology: Retold so they can stare back at the deity portraits they've come to know and love over the years. Players who ...

The blue dragon, as water deity, is one of the directional guardians believed to defend the ancient capital to the east. In Shinto, the water deity appears in various guises at shrines.

Somehow, the presence of this old-school Aussie icon translated to an endorsement of Federer as the Deity's apprentice, and to hail with the X's an O's. I think the engine driving the pairing was ...

"Kaos" includes many hidden references to ancient myths through Easter eggs in each scene. The show explores the ...

The Greeks had archers and cavalry too, but it was the phalanx that won many famous battles. Spartan soldiers wore red cloaks, so bloodstains wouldn't show up. They also grew their hair long and ...

Thursday is Fan Appreciation Day at Spartan Tailgate! What does that mean? For 24 hours, we're opening up everything on our website, unlocking the paywall on premium content and allowing complete ...

Tom Izzo, MSU Basketball Targeting Top 2026 Guard The 2026 class is quickly becoming a priority for Michigan State head coach Tom Izzo. He is targeting talented guards like Jonathan Sanderso ...

In his six games as a Spartan, Velling has collected 19 receptions and 238 receiving yards. He is still looking to find the end zone for his first touchdown in a Green and White uniform ...

The upcoming Spartan event (beginning 11 October), taking place in the historic city of Hvar, Croatia, is a perfect example of how swapping beers for burpees is a decent trade. It’s a place ...

Professional wrestling fans will not be disappointed by Next Act Theatre's new production of "The Elaborate Entrance of Chad Deity." Cast members furiously and loudly slam each other around.