September’s Greek of the Month is Pericles, the great Greek political leader, orator, and general of the 5th century BC.
Between the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, Athens flourished under his rule, becoming a renowned and magnificent city. As a result, the “Golden Age of Pericles” is an alternate title for this period. Pericles was a strong advocate for democracy and his reforms helped establish the foundation for future democratic political systems. His most notable legacy is found in the Golden Age’s literary and artistic creations, many of which have endured to this day. The Parthenon, the eternal symbol of Democracy and masterpiece of architecture, was constructed during this period.
You can read our tribute here.
“The Greek of the Month” is a digital campaign of the Embassy of Greece, which aims to showcase the rich heritage and achievements of Greeks throughout history. We invite you to share your feedback and nominate candidates for October’s “Greek of the Month.” You can send your suggestions to [email protected].
SOURCE; EMBASSY OF GREECE IN USA, WASHINGTON
