Greece

The Rise of Classical Greece

By pianogirl98
  • Peloponnesian War
    404

    Peloponnesian War

    404 B.C.: Sparta's victory in the Peloponnesian War brings Disaster by Athens.
  • Athens Golden Age
    461

    Athens Golden Age

    461 B.C.: Pericles expands democracy as Athens enjoys a golden age.
  • Democracy Begins
    500

    Democracy Begins

    In 500 B.C., democracy begins in Athens.
  • The First Olypmic Games
    Jan 12, 776

    The First Olypmic Games

    In 776 B.C., the first Olypmic Games are held in Greece.
  • A Dark Age
    Jan 12, 1200

    A Dark Age

    In 1200 B.C., Ancient Greece enters a dark age.
  • Minoans
    Jan 12, 1400

    Minoans

    In 1400 B.C., Minoan civilization flourishes in Crete.
  • The Persian Wars

    The Persian Wars

    c. 480 B.C.: The Persian Wars end in a Greek victory.