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Solon did not bring democracy to Athens - he implemented a settlement of a standoff between opposing factions in Athens. Democracy began over 50 years later when Cleisthenes in 508 BCE implemented the democratic principle of putting laws before a citizen assembly to vote on.

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Why is Solon important?

Solon paid off debts for farmers and freed slaves in ancient Athens.


Ruler of Athens who gave the city a new constitution?

The city of Athens was experiencing a period of rest when they appointed Solon to create a new constitution for them. Solon created what is known as the Solonian constitution, which brought reform to Athens.


Solon was from where?

Athens, Greece.


What was NOT a reform made by Solon of Athens?

One significant reform not attributed to Solon of Athens was the establishment of a democratic system that allowed all male citizens to participate directly in governance. While Solon introduced measures such as the Boule (Council of 400) and reformed the legal system, the full development of democracy in Athens, characterized by broader citizen participation, occurred later under Cleisthenes. Additionally, Solon did not abolish slavery, which remained a part of Athenian society during his reforms.


When was Solon Hadjisolomos born?

athens,greece


Who begin democracy in Athens?

SOlon


What laws did Solon promote democracy in Athens?

The laws he chose were the ones that changed the outlook of slavery. That is how Solon promoted democracy in Athens


What is solon full name of Greek?

Solon = Σόλωνας (Greek) ,Σόλων (Ancient Greek)


Why did Athens become democracy?

It is not clear why democracy started in Athens. Some attribute the start of democratic leadership to Solon in the 6th century stating that he wanted to give his people more power and voice in the government.


What did Solon bring to Athens?

He got rid of all the depts in Athens


Did the reforms of Solon and Cleisthenes tend to make Athens more democratic or autocratic?

It made it more like willow smith so it could whip its hair


Who is credited for making Athens a democracy?

Solon