WORLD HISTORY

Detailed explanation-1: -It took Pisistratus several very colorful attempts to seize power in Athens before finally establishing himself as in 547 BC. A popular general, Pisistratus first tried to seize power in about 560 BC.

Detailed explanation-2: -Land reform: Peisistratus redistributed land confiscated from his aristocratic opponents. He put poor farmers on the land, imposed 5% income tax on everyone, and used his revenues to lend farmers money to make the transition from subsistence to surplus agricultural production, especially production of Attic olive oil.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pisistratus or Peisistratus (Greek: Peisistratos; c. 600 – 527 BC) was a politician in ancient Athens, ruling as tyrant in the late 560s, the early 550s and from 546 BC until his death.

Detailed explanation-4: -Pisistratus ruled Athens by the use of force, but as a turannos (tyrant) he was benevolent and law-abiding. Aristotle called his reign the “golden age”; it was noted for the expansion of industry and commerce, domestic tranquility, and neutrality in foreign affairs.