Athens: Birth of Democracy -
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Wed, Apr 15 9:00 P.M. NHPBS (11.1)

Follow archaeological investigations into the dramatic origins of democracy in Greece 2,500 years ago. Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government.

Duration: 57 minutes and 0 seconds

Episode Number: 5307

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