Themistocles was an Athenian general and statesman who played a significant role in the Greek victory over the Persians at the Battle of Salamis in 480 BC. He advocated for Athens to build a strong navy, which proved crucial in the defense against the Persian invasion. Themistocles was also instrumental in the development of the Athenian naval power that would ultimately lead to the rise of the Athenian Empire.
Athens did not have a senate. Themistocles was a politician who persuaded the Athenians not to spend the proceeds of a rich silver strike on themselves, but to build a war fleet, knowing that the Persians would return to avenge their loss at Marathon.
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Themistocles in 483 BC
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Celebrate victory over the Persians
Yes, the Athenians did build the parthenon.
Themistocles invested in the construction of a powerful fleet of triremes, advanced warships that significantly enhanced Athenian naval capabilities. Recognizing the importance of naval power for Athens' defense and expansion, he directed funds from the silver mines of Laurium to build a strong naval force. This investment not only improved Athens’ military power but also played a crucial role in the Persian Wars, particularly in the decisive Battle of Salamis.
During this phase of the war, both Athens and Eritrea sent a small part of their navy to help the Ionian Greeks. It wasThemistocleswho had encouraged the Athenians to build up their navy for protection. The Athenian navy was strong, with small but fast ships. Their help angered Darius I, who vowed to take revenge on the Greek city-states.So he"encouraged Greece to create a strong navy"
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Themistocles led Athens to build a large navy that was eventually useful in defeating the Persians. He also served as Arkhon or Ruler during the Wars.
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