-399 ⟶ Socrates' Death: Condemnation and Execution in Athens

The Greek philosopher Socrates is sentenced to death by Athe...
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🧠 Birth of Philosopher Socrates

Philosopher Socrates is born in Attica, Athens, Greece.⟶
Birth of Philosopher Socrates (-469)
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🤔 Birth of the Philosopher Xenophon

The philosopher Xenophon is born.⟶
Birth of the Philosopher Xenophon (-430)
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👶 Birth of the Philosopher Plato

The philosopher Plato is born.⟶
Birth of the Philosopher Plato (-428)
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⚰️ Socrates' Death: Condemnation and Execution in Athens

The Greek philosopher Socrates is sentenced to death by Athenian authorities, condemned for impiety and the corruption of youth. He refuses to flee into exile and dies by drinking hemlock.⟶
Socrates' Death: Condemnation and Execution in Athens (-399)
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🏛️ Plato Founds the Platonic Academy

Plato founds the Platonic Academy in Athens, where he teaches Aristotle until 347 BC.⟶
Plato Founds the Platonic Academy (-387)
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