Sacred Band of Thebes: 150 Gay Couples Who Were Ancient Greece's Greatest Warriors
Drift off to sleep with the legendary story of the Sacred Band of Thebes, 300 warriors in 150 male couples who became ancient Greece's most elite fighting force and remained undefeated for 40 years.
In this powerful LGBTQ+ history bedtime story, discover how the Sacred Band proved that love between men was a source of military strength. Learn about their formation in 378 BCE, when lovers swore sacred oaths at the shrine of Iolaus to fight side by side. Experience their greatest triumph at the Battle of Leuctra (371 BCE) when they defeated the legendary Spartans. Understand their final stand…
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