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\u201cThe Athenians, when ruled by tyrants, were no better in war than their neighbors, but freed from tyrants they were far superior.\xa0 This shows that when they were constrained they let themselves be defeated, since they were working for an overlord, but when they were freed each one was keen to do the deed for himself.\u201d \u2013 Herodotus \nDelivered from Spartan destruction, the Athenians were forced to defend their new democracy against the Thebans and Chalsidians.\xa0 Shocked by a horrific crime, the Romans followed the guidance of Brutus, exiled Tarquin the Proud and declared their first Republic.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices