After Ephialtes died in about 460 BC Pericles became leader of the popular party and the most powerful man in the state. As head of state Pericles m

Pericles built many notable monuments during his beautification of Athens. He was also responsible for the Athenian Long Walls, a system of walls that enclosed the Athenian settlements and its port. He also established the first true Democratic government. Pericles greatly influenced the development of the entire world. If it were not for him, most governments in the world would probably resemble the Roman Republic. Also, the culture of the world would be less developed, for the Athenian culture was developed greatly under the rule of Pericles, as a result Athens was one of the main cultural centers of the world.

Pericles was always extending the influence of Athens. IN 455-454 BC, he formed the Delian League, an alliance with other Greek city states. Although Pericles had bee at peace with the Spartans since

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