Cleisthenes and Peisistratus were both significant figures in ancient Athens, but they had different impacts on the political landscape. Cleisthenes, often called the "Father of Athenian Democracy," implemented reforms around 508-507 BCE that established the foundations of democratic governance, promoting citizen participation and reorganizing the political structure. In contrast, Peisistratus, a tyrant who ruled in the 6th century BCE, focused on consolidating power and promoting economic prosperity through public works and fostering the arts, but he did not democratize the political system in the same way Cleisthenes did. While Cleisthenes championed democratic ideals, Peisistratus represented a more autocratic rule.
Cleisthenes believed in democratic government when Pericles didn't
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Cleisthenes believed in democratic government when Pericles didn't
Solon, Cleisthenes, Peisistratus, and Draco.
the real leaders of Athens were Solon , Peisistratus , Cleisthenes , & Pericles but the first one was Pericles ;]
Solon, Cleisthenes, and Peisistratus were key figures in the development of Athenian democracy. Solon, in the early 6th century BCE, implemented reforms that eased debt burdens and established a more equitable legal system. Peisistratus, a tyrant, promoted economic prosperity and cultural development while consolidating power. Cleisthenes later introduced further democratic reforms around 508 BCE, establishing a system of political organization that laid the groundwork for Athenian democracy by increasing citizen participation and reducing aristocratic influence.
Draco (Written code of laws), Solon (Eliminated dept slavery), Peisistratus (Caters to peasants), and Cleisthenes (Council of 500)
Solon (594 BC)Cleisthenes (508/7 BC)Ephialtes (462 BC) These three developed Athenian democracy.Peisistratus ( tyrannical rule )Ephialtes revised Cleisthenes' constitution relatively peacefully.Hipparchus,Hippias, killed by Harmodius and AristogeitonHarmodius and Aristogeiton, who restored freedom.Pericles; Probably the greatest leader of them all.Eucleides
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Pericles was considered one of the greatest rulers.
Solon (594 BC), Cleisthenes (508/7 BC), and Ephialtes (462 BC) all contributed to the development of Athenian democracy. Historians differ on which of them was responsible for which institution, and which of them most represented a truly democratic movement. It is most usual to date Athenian democracy from Cleisthenes, since Solon's constitution fell and was replaced by the tyranny of Peisistratus, whereas Ephialtes revised Cleisthenes' constitution relatively peacefully. Hipparchus, the brother of the tyrant Hippias, was killed by Harmodius and Aristogeiton, who were subsequently honored by the Athenians for their alleged restoration of Athenian freedom.
Cleisthenes in 508 BCE.
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