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Pericles was athenian statesman and general (c.495–429 bc). Pericles was a Greek statesman and general during the Golden Age of Athens. He was prominent and influential in Ancient Athenian politics, particularly between the Greco-Persian Wars and the Peloponnesian War, and was acclaimed by Thucydides, a contemporary historian, as "the first citizen of Athens". Read more on Wikipedia →

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  • Courage — Facing fear, adversity, and uncertainty with bravery
  • Freedom — The value of liberty, independence, and self-determination
  • Happiness — Thoughts on finding joy, contentment, and fulfilment

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