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He engineered the exile of the opposition party Thucydides son of Melesias and brought in a radical form of democracy where the citizens (adult males) met in assembly fortnightly and mad all decisions on the running of the city-state. So he didn't rule, the citizens did. He had to convince them to vote for any policies he put before them.
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How long did Pericles rule?
Pericles did not rule - Athens was a direct democracy, with the people assembling every couple of weeks to make laws and gice direction to a large executive council of 500. Pericles was a general (there were 10 of them - one elected by each tribe), however as a good orator, he was able to influence the popular assembly. He is better described as First Citizen. His influence lasted from about 450 BCE until hi death in 429 BCE.
Who died first Socrates or Pericles?
Pericles
What was a major accomplishment of the Athenian leader Pericles?
Pericles organized the banishment of Thucydides, leader of the conservative element of Athens, and converted the city into a radical democracy. However, this accomplishment became overshadowed by his overconfidently leading Athens into a devastating 27-year war with the Peloponnesian League, which cost it its empire, and reduced it to a second rate power.He rebuilt the shattered city of Athens, damaged by the Persian War, into a great center of art, culture, and learning, including the construction of the Parthenon and the Acropolis.Another highlight of his rule was the mass production of art and literature and the development of Athenian architecture. Pericles supported artists and craftsman and pushed them to produce.
Who were the pericles in ancient Greece?
Pericles was a general and political leader in Athens.
When was the age of Pericles?
Pericles did not rule Athens - it was a democracy so the people ruled - attending assemblies every couple of weeks to vote on legislation. Pericles was effectively First Citizen, that is he wielded a lot of influence, but not so much that he had to orchestrate the exile of Thucydides son of Melesias who had organised a political party (first one on record) to oppose him in the assembly. Pericles' influence began in the 450s BCE, and ended with his death in 429 BCE.
Highlight of Pericles' rule was?
A highlight of Pericles' rule was rebuilding the Athenian Acropolis, including the Pantheon.
. A highlight of Pericles' rule was?
A highlight of Pericles' rule was rebuilding the Athenian Acropolis, including the Pantheon.
What was the highest of Pericles rule?
The fact that he did not 'rule'. He promoted democracy, and his ascendance as First Citizen occurred by his ability to give a lead, select beneficial courses of action for Athens and its people, and his persuasive ability.
How was the rule by thirty tyrants different from the rule under Pericles?
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What city states did Pericles rule?
ethenian
How long did Pericles rule Greece?
Pericles ruled Anicent Athens
Was the rule for pericles a golden age for Athens?
Yes
What is a long term effect of pericles rule?
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How long did pericles rule over Athens last?
1 hour
What was a highlight of Pericles rule?
He engineered the exile of the opposition party Thucydides son of Melesias and brought in a radical form of democracy where the citizens (adult males) met in assembly fortnightly and mad all decisions on the running of the city-state. So he didn't rule, the citizens did. He had to convince them to vote for any policies he put before them.
Who was an Athenian leader who established rule by assembly and people's courts with juries?
Pericles.
How did pericles contribute to athenian greatness?
Under Pericles the economy thrived and the government became more democratic. Because of his skill and intelligence his time of rule is often known as the Age of Pericles. (He created direct democracy, jury, and stipend)
