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Medon of Athens
AncientPoliticianAthens-1080 — -1060
First archon of Athens, Codrus son.
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Quick Facts
Born
1080 BCE
Died
1060 BCE
Country
Athens
Era
Ancient
Occupation
Politician
Score Overview
Military (10%)50
Political (20%)28
Influence (20%)47
Legacy (20%)36
Leadership (15%)42
Strategy (15%)42
Total Score40.3
Medon of Athens — Complete Timeline
1080 BC
Appointment as First Archon of AthensPolitical Action
After the death of King Codrus, the Athenians abolished the monarchy and established the office of Archon. Medon, as Codrus's son, became the first Archon for life, transitioning Athens from a kingdom to an aristocratic republic.
ArchonAthenian ConstitutionEnd of Monarchy
Impact: nationalconstructive
Detailed Scores
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Military
Strategy
6
Tactics
6
Battles
6
Army Scale
5
War Impact
6
Political
Governance
7
Reform
7
Stability
7
Policy
7
Power
8
Influence
History
9
Global
8
Culture
9
Ideology
9
Legacy
8
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