Yes, he proved himself in the field leading Athenian forces in several battles. He was also a good strategist who, at the beginning of the 27 year war withe the Peloponnesian alliance laid down rules that Athens would defend thir city walls and harrass the opposition with its fleey from this secure base.
This worked for a few years until Pericles died. His successors deviated from this policy into adventurous actions and eventually lost the war. We don't know if Pericles would have been more succssful had he lived.
In the individual participation in the democracy
The funeral oration was important to them because it not only honored their dead (as was tradition) but he praised democracy, praised Athens, and encouraged the Athenians to fight bravely for their city.
The disease that devastated the Athenians has been a matter of debate . The loss of Pericles from the disease compromised the Athenian war effort and may have led to the defeat of Athens by the Spartans due to a lack of quality leadership . The disease itself remains a moot point .
The message he gave to Athens was to convert the anti-Persian Delian League into an empire of Athens and use the proceeds to spend on themselves. A no-brainer.
Well, isn't that just a happy little question? Pericles believed that the Athenian system of education gave its citizens a double advantage because it not only taught them to be knowledgeable and skilled individuals, but also instilled in them a sense of civic duty and responsibility. By nurturing both their minds and their sense of community, the Athenians were better equipped to contribute positively to society and lead fulfilling lives.
He killed himself
Pericles was the lead of Athens.
He said they were unfit to be citizens.
Pericles, the Athenian leader, was so proud of this city, because of the men.
Pericles, the Athenian leader, was so proud of this city, because of the men.
They did not want to have trouble from their allies.
Direct Democracy
In the individual participation in the democracy
The sparta's navy defeated defeated the Athenians navy :). Glad I could help!!
The funeral oration was important to them because it not only honored their dead (as was tradition) but he praised democracy, praised Athens, and encouraged the Athenians to fight bravely for their city.
The funeral oration was important to them because it not only honored their dead (as was tradition) but he praised democracy, praised Athens, and encouraged the Athenians to fight bravely for their city.
He banished his opponents and established a system of direct democracy where the citizens met in assembly and made decisions.