National Geographic
Despite being rivals, many Athenians admired the government, clothing, and austerity of the Spartans. Falling prey to “Laconophilia,” some began to adopt the mannerisms and even dress like their adversary.
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The rivalry between ancient Athens and Sparta is infamous—but they may have been more ‘frenemies’
Cesar Fornis
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Despite being rivals, many Athenians admired the government, clothing, and austerity of the Spartans. Falling prey to “Laconophilia,” some began to adopt the mannerisms and even dress like their adversary.
