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They were thoroughly trained in boxing, swimming, wrestling, javelin-throwing, and discus-throwing. They were forced to harden themselves to the elements. At the age of 18, Spartan boys had to go out into the world and steal their own food. Aside from gathering their own vitals young Spartans were required to sneak out of the city and kill a helot without getting caught or seen...
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Aside from gathering their own vitals young Spartans were required to sneak out of the city and kill a helot without getting caught or seen. Getting caught would result in harsh punishment, including flogging, which was usually a practice reserved only for slaves...
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