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Important People in Greek History

Important People in Greek History

Pericles was the leader of Athens during its Golden Age. He encouraged democratic
principles, such as citizen involvement. Under Pericles' rule, Athens gained beautiful art and
architecture and threw marvelous festivals, banquets, and parades. These attracted merchants,
philosophers, and artisans from all over Greece. He had an imperialistic foreign policy; he wanted
the world to know the supremacy of Athens. Unfortunately, this policy led to the downfall of
Athens. When all the other city-states became angry enough, they revolted and conquered Athens.

Sophocles was one of the greatest playwrights in the history of Greece. He lived during
Athens' Golden Age. He began his career as a playwright when he won the Dionysia, a prestigious
annual theater competition. From there, he wrote 120 plays in 62 years. 24 of his plays won first
place in the Dionysia, and the rest placed second. He made many innovations to the theater...

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