Who were spartiates?

Spartiates were the full citizen class of Sparta, a prominent city-state in ancient Greece. They were distinct from the lower classes, including the helots (serfs) and perioikoi (free but non-citizen residents). Spartiates had specific military and social obligations, including rigorous training in the agoge system, and they played a crucial role in maintaining Sparta's military-oriented society. Their status was marked by a strong emphasis on discipline, loyalty, and communal living.