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The Evolution of Democracy in Classical Greece: Key Figures and Historical Events

Discover the development of democracy in Classical Greece, focusing on pivotal figures like Solon and Cleisthenes. Explore how Athens transformed from a wealthy oligarchy to a more inclusive democracy where all male citizens participated in the assembly and served on juries. Understand the importance of elections, responsibilities, and institutions such as the Council of 500 and the role of generals. The narrative also covers the major conflicts with Persia and the Peloponnesian Wars, detailing the struggle between Athens and Sparta, and the eventual weakening that led to the Macedonian invasion.

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The Evolution of Democracy in Classical Greece: Key Figures and Historical Events

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  1. Classical Greece

  2. Development of Democracy • Solon • All men served on assembly & juries • Wealthy held office • Cleisthenes • Divided Athens into 10 tribes • Elected officials & generals

  3. Democracy in Action • Responsibilities • Vote in all elections • Serve in office if elected • Serve on juries • Serve in the military in times of war • Framework • Assembly – all male citizens • Council of 500 – wrote the laws • Courts – chosen from the assembly • Generals – elected by tribes • Archon – chief of state

  4. Wars with Persia • Caused by Athenian support of Greek city-states rebelling against Persian Rule • Important Battles • Marathon • Salamis • Thermopylae

  5. Peloponnesian Wars • Delian League • Athens and allies • Naval power • Peloponnesian League • Sparta and allies • Land power • Results • Sparta won, but was weakened • Led to Macedonian invasion

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