Tyrtaeus was a poet from the Greek city-state of Sparta whose work primarily focussed on martial themes. His poetry was intended to inspire soldiers and celebrate the virtues of bravery and discipline. While little is known about him today, his work has had a lasting impact on the Western tradition, especially in the realm of military literature.

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