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How Did Cleisthenes Created The Foundation Of Democracy

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Solon Born in 638 BC Very popular lawmaker and salesman. Made a lot of political reforms during his time, not a lot is known from him because of this. Created the foundation of democracy. His career started in the time of turmoil, social, economic, and political decline. He was elected Cleisthenes Noble from Athens and the grandson of the tyrant of the same name. “Father of the athens democracy” He grew more into power after overthrowing the Hippias, after the short struggle for the power and exile he then had power in Athens. He was effective and changed the whole governmental system in Athens. -Pericles - In office from 461-429 BC - Responsible for monuments like the Parthenon and the Acropolis. - Helped Athens reach it’s prime
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