Solon came to power in Athens around 594 BCE primarily to address the social and economic turmoil caused by class conflicts and debt crises. Appointed as a lawmaker and reformer, he aimed to stabilize the city-state by implementing a series of reforms that alleviated the burdens on the lower classes and curtailed the power of the aristocracy. While his reforms did contribute to peace between warring factions, his broader goal was to create a more equitable society and establish a foundation for democracy.
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.
Solon was appointed archon for a year to resolve a looming civil war between the aristocrats and common citizens.
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The laws he chose were the ones that changed the outlook of slavery. That is how Solon promoted democracy in Athens
Solon = Σόλωνας (Greek) ,Σόλων (Ancient Greek)
He got rid of all the depts in Athens
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THE QUESTION IS - WHO IS SOLON?? Solon was a greek lawgiver, poet,and aristocrat who paved a road to democracy in Greece, Athens!!! - Larry D