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Pallene

ancient city, Greece
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  • Peisistratus
    Peisistratus
    / Rise to power

    At Pallene, near Mount Hymettus, he launched a surprise attack on the Athenian army in the heat of midday, while his enemies were gambling or sleeping. After a complete victory, Peisistratus became master of Athens for the third time and remained in power until his death…

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    At Pallene, near Mount Hymettus, he launched a surprise attack on the Athenian army in the heat of midday, while his enemies were gambling or sleeping. After a complete victory, Peisistratus became master of Athens for the third time and remained in power until his death…

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