Thirty Tyrants

Thirty Tyrants, oligarchy of ancient Athens (404–403 b.c.). It was created by Lysander under Spartan auspices after the Peloponnesian War. Critias and Theramenes were prominent members. It was overthrown at Piraeus (now Piraiévs) by Thrasybulus.

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