May I never sit on a tribunal where my friends shall not find more favor from me than strangers. - Themistocles

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May I never sit on a tribunal where my friends shall not find more favor from me than strangers.

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About Themistocles

Themistocles (Greek: Θεμιστοκλῆς; "Glory of the Law"; c. 524 – 459 BC) was an Athenian politician and general. He was one of a new breed of non-aristocratic politicians who rose to prominence in the early years of the Athenian democracy. As a politician, Themistocles was a populist, having the support of lower-class Athenians, and generally being at odds with the Athenian nobility. Elected archon in 493 BC, he convinced the polis to increase the naval power of Athens, a recurring theme in his political career. During the first Persian invasion of Greece he fought at the Battle of Marathon.

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Native Name: Θεμιστοκλής‏
Alternative Names: Themistokles

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