What Is an Oligarchy?

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9. Sparta

Sparta was a civilization in ancient Greece. It was a powerful city-state with a strong military that held great influence in Greece and further afield. Sparta’s entire economy was geared up toward a strong military, and it was ruled by two kings from separate families, making Sparta an ancient oligarchy. Although from separate families, both of the kings were alleged to be descendants of Heracles.

The two each held equal power with each one able to veto the decisions of another. It is difficult to be sure just how much power the rest of the population held in Sparta because documentation of the time is sparse.

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