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Ancient Greece
The Sword of Damocles: Why Great Power Comes with Great Danger
The story of the "Sword of Damocles" is one of the most well-known from ancient Greek history, and it perfectly illustrates the dangers that come with taking on a massive amount of power.
The story, which may or may not...
Ancient Greece
The Most Important Ancient Greek Colonies in History
The first ancient Greek colonies were established as early as the 8th century BC, while wide colonization continued through the 5th