The Classical Age of Ancient Greece
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The Classical Age of Ancient Greece
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On this episode of The Express History Podcast, we're going to be unpacking the hyper-famous Classical Age of Ancient Greece. The goal is to go over the political and military history of the period and show how very unique cirumstances were created, which then allowed for the legendary ancient Greek intellectual achievements. If you enjoy the episode, feel free to follow and rate the podcast!
Key Dates:
800 BC - Approximate end of the 'Greek Dark Ages'
625-600 BC - Phanes coins of Ephesus, oldest known inscribed coins
560 BC - Supposed death of Solon, Athenian reformer
490 BC - Greek victory over the Persians at Marathon
480 BC - Greek victory over the Persians at Salamis
431–404 BC - Peloponnesian War
399 BC - Execution of Socrates
If you want to dig deeper, one of the most comprehensive accounts of this period is 'From Solon to Socrates' by Victor Ehrenberg.
As always, I would also love to hear any feedback: find me on instagram (@expresshistorypodcast), or write to me at tomaso.cetto@icloud.com.