As one region developed or discovered a new weapon, others were quick to assimilate the new technology and even improve them when needed. From clubs and shields to the invention of the breastplate, the ancients began humbly in the technology of warfare. However, as the armies grew, so to did the need to develop better weapons and more organized troops. As time and knowledge continued, the helmets, the spear, the sword, and the dagger all became intricate parts of ancient times. In addition, we see that the technological advances in weapons increased with the enhanced knowledge and understanding of metals and science.
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Armor for instance grew with the knowledge of metal, while tactical strategies became more prevalent when leaders realized the growth of their armies and the importance of organization. One example of an army that took advantage of the importance of increasing ones knowledge of weapons, armor and strategies was the Hoplite army of Greece. This heavily armed infantrymen took the idea of the common army to a new level. At this Archaic Age, the government was going through a change which brought new people into power and sparked to ideas for tactics during warfare. However, like any great army improvements must always be made throughout time.