The latter half of the Aeneid resembles the Iliad as war, spurred on by Juno, breaks out between the Trojans and the Latins in book VII and Turnus summons his warriors to defend their home (7:562) as Paris did at Troy. ... In a time in Athens where the men may have been seen as irrational warmongers after their failed Sicilian expedition, the women could have been seen as the more peaceful and dependable component of society. ...

• Word Count: 707
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

In one last attempt, for a peaceful return of Helen, the Greeks send an embassy into Troy. ... Many of the Greek warriors made note that the leaders of troy were easily flattered and could be led astray by a false surrender, and a gift. ...

• Word Count: 1195
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School

Through the historical understanding that the Olympics hosted an unarmed peaceful gathering, displays the role and events of politics to the civilization (in2greece). ... This congregation served as a free peaceful speaking political forum, without any violence. ...

• Word Count: 2192
• Approx Pages: 9
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

For instance, many of the Greek vases depicting women show them handing warriors their helmets as they prepare for battle, and so some scholars point to the passive role of women. ... Serene rooms with painted walls of animals and plants add credence to the peaceful lifestyle of the Minoans. ...

• Word Count: 7196
• Approx Pages: 29
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: High School