Tyrants effectected how the people would live. They some times destroyed them. They would make the city-states do what he/she wants by force.
Because they had a little say so.
tyrants
Oligarchies - rule by an aristocracy - the kings and tyrants were gone.
Once government fell there was a void. When that happens strong men will take over and rule as tyrants.
most city states lonqed for rule by law with all citizens participating in the government
The rule of the nobles was often cut short because tyrants had the backing of the common people or the lower classes. These tyrants capitalized on the discontent and grievances of the masses against the aristocracy, promising reforms and greater rights. By rallying popular support, they were able to undermine the power of the noble class and seize control. This dynamic is particularly evident in ancient Greek city-states, where tyrants emerged during periods of social and economic unrest.
most city states lonqed for rule by law with all citizens participating in the government
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7th and 6th Centuries BCE.
He wasn't planning to destroy any city, he was trying to establish control of the mainland Greek city-states to create peace, stability and prosperity by putting local tyrants to rule them and stop their incessant warfare amongst each other spilling over into his Asiatic empire.
Ancient Greece had a system of government known as democracy, particularly in the city-state of Athens. However, it is important to note that not all Greek city-states practiced democracy, as some were ruled by tyrants and others had oligarchies (rule by a few wealthy individuals).
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