Philosophers and Historical Figures

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What is Socrates MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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Importance of reason to develop ideas & identify truths; Socratic Method: asking questions to learn

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What is Plato MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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“Philosopher King” to be King you should be a philosopher first or you aren’t smart enough to be king

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What is Aristotle MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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studied science, logic and process of thinking

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What is Alexander the Great MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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laid foundation for the Hellenistic Era; built one of the largest empires in all of history

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What is Julius Caesar MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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conquered Gaul; fought Pompey & won; most powerful man in the world; changed calendar to what we have now – Julian calendar

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What is Augustus Caesar MAIN IDEAS / ACHIEVEMENTS?

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Supreme power in Rome; Great military leader; Pax Romana - Roman Peace