Question

Compare the image of the chariot and its

driver with the picture of the Greek city-state hoplites in
Lesson 1. Describe any advantages or disadvantages of
fighting in a chariot as compared with being a heavily
armed hoplite.

Answer 1

Advantages

the chariot was its speed, which permitted it to drive circles around the phalanx, staying out of range while raining arrows on the foot soldiers. Once the latter had been thrown into disorder, it might be possible to put the chariots into formation, charge, and ride the enemy down.

Disadvantages

the problem was latter in the battle. When everyone is fighting hand to hand combat, the horses would run over there own army and kill its own troops.

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