Democracy restored in Athens from "summary" of The History of the Peloponnesian War by Thucydides
After the overthrow of the democracy and the establishment of an oligarchic government in Athens, the city faced a period of turmoil and internal strife. The ruling faction, known as the Four Hundred, sought to consolidate their power and suppress any opposition. However, their oppressive measures and mismanagement of affairs soon led to widespread discontent among the populace. As resistance to the oligarchy grew, a group of exiled democrats returned to Athens with the support of the enemy Spartans. With the help of these exiles and a popular uprising, the oligarchic regime was overthrown, and democracy was restored in Athens. The return to democratic rule was hailed as a victory for the people and a return to the principles of equality and freedom that had been the foundation ...
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