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Xerxes got tricked into attacking their fleet in the Salamis strait but the Greeks ships were more advanced and maneuverable, so they sank the Persian fleets Athens won and  defeat the Persians which ended the Persian Wars.

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Tensions grew between Athens and Sparta until war broke out in 431 B.C  Pericles failed to unite Greece under Athens. but Discontent grew

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Growth of Athenas during the age of Pericles 

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Growth of Athenas during the age of Pericles 

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Under Pericles, Athens reached their peak of power and wealth. During this time, many Athenians fought for freedom which resulted in bloodshed. The fighting continued for several years also bringing in diseases

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Athens used a diplomacy to form an alliance of city-states  and formed  in 478 BCE. 140 other city-states, who all contributed ships or money,  Persian rule and as a defense to possible revenge attacks from Persia

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where the Spartans and the Persians fought in the mountains  , and refused to surrender Intel death. Spartan's courage brought great memory to other city-states

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Darius wanted to gain control of the Greek mainland. The athenians outnumbered and defeated the Persians. Decisive Greek victory

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Asia Minor rebelled against Persia. Athens helped the city states in their uprising.  Darius conquered Thrace and Macedonia

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1.) Both had Slaves

2.) Both had trade

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nobles and metics became wealthy from trade but many farmers grew poorer. If you couldn't pay, you would be a slave. Only citizens who owned land held office. Their first law was the Draco’s law (harsh and severe)

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1.) Had 2 kings
- One king led the army
- The other king led the people
2.) Council of Elders
- Had 28 male citizens over the age of 60; proposed laws and served as criminal court
- Assembly of 30 year old Male citizens who accepted and rejected laws
3.) Ephors made sure kings stayed within the law also controlled education of young Spartans

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1. sea traders.
2.Used coined money in the 600s B.C. also made trade easier to buy and sell goods.
3.Draco’s law was their first law that was harsh and severe
4.females couldn't vote or hold office
5. slavery was  natural and necessary.

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1.) 3 Social Groups
2.) Very militaristic
3.) Had Slavery
4.) Had Two Kings
5.) Located in a valley