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When did peisistratus gain power?
547 BC
It took Pisistratus several very colorful attempts to seize power in Athens before finally establishing himself as in 547 BC. A popular general, Pisistratus first tried to seize power in about 560 BC.
How did Pisistratus come to power?
Pisistratus took power by having his army occupy a hill overlooking Athens. As the victor over those seen as oppressors, he was popular among the Athenians, but to cut short the possibility of a future rebellion against his power he had his army disarm the populace.
How did peisistratus unite and strengthen the city of Athens?
The unification of Attica and consolidation and rapid improvement of Athens’ prosperity helped to make possible the city’s later preeminence in Greece, thanks to him. He began by constructing new public buildings, such as a ‘fountain house’ to improve the city’s water supply, and new temples on the Acropolis.
What reforms did peisistratus make?
Land reform: Peisistratus redistributed land confiscated from his aristocratic opponents. He put poor farmers on the land, imposed 5% income tax on everyone, and used his revenues to lend farmers money to make the transition from subsistence to surplus agricultural production, especially production of Attic olive oil.
What happened in Agoras?
agora, in ancient Greek cities, an open space that served as a meeting ground for various activities of the citizens. It was applied by the classical Greeks of the 5th century bce to what they regarded as a typical feature of their life: their daily religious, political, judicial, social, and commercial activity.
What reforms did peisistratus bring to Athens?
What was peisistratus known for?
Peisistratus, also spelled Pisistratus, (born 6th century—died 527 bce), tyrant of ancient Athens whose unification of Attica and consolidation and rapid improvement of Athens’s prosperity helped to make possible the city’s later preeminence in Greece.
Why was peisistratus important?