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The peoples of Athens were wailing primarily due to the devastating losses and suffering caused by the Peloponnesian War, particularly after the plague that struck the city in 430 BCE. This epidemic resulted in widespread death, including prominent leaders and citizens, leading to despair and mourning throughout the city. Additionally, the anxiety over military defeats and the hardships faced by families contributed to the collective grief experienced by the Athenians during this tumultuous period.

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