There may have been as many, if not more, slaves than free people in ancient Greece. It is difficult for ... There were many different ways in which a person could have become a slave in ancient Greece. ... It played a major role in so many aspects of Greek civilization from domestic living to the infamous Athenian naval fleet. read more
The slaves in ancient Athens could not go to the Gymnasium or the Public Assembly. They could also not go by their own names, for they were given a name by their masters. They were thought of as property of their masters rather than being thought of as Greek citizens. read more
Slaves part in Ancient Athenian society Men in Athens Women in Athens In this presentation we'll be telling you about the social groups in Ancient Athens. There are a few different Social Roles and Groups. Let's go! The Social Roles and Groups of Men, Women, and Slaves in Athens When boys turned 18 they were practically forced into the army. read more
Ancient writers considered that Attic slaves enjoyed a"peculiarly happy lot": Pseudo-Xenophon deplores the liberties taken by Athenian slaves:"as for the slaves and Metics of Athens, they take the greatest licence; you cannot just strike them, and they do not step aside to give you free passage". read more