Olympics

Wacky Racer

In 1896, a Greek water carrier named Spiridon Louis competed in the Olympic men’s marathon. Partway through the race, he stopped at a tavern for a glass of wine, and then went on to win the event.   _________ source:… Read More

What Not to Wear in Ancient Greece: Clothes

In ancient Greece, both men and women wore a chiton, or tunic, of wool or linen, pinned together at the shoulders. Greeks considered it a mark of fine breeding to be able to drape your chiton artfully. Men wore it… Read More