Ranks of Ancient Greek/Hellenic Armies?

[koechlyruestow]

For the city-states of ancient Greece that had adopted democracy, an officer corps and military excercises were typical symptoms of such undemocratic states as Sparta and Persia, so the only official officer was the commander of the militia, elected for the duration of the conflict. However, the men in the first and in the last ranks were explicitly chosen for their bravery and experience.