Draco: Athens' First Lawgiver

Draco was Athens' first lawgiver, and perhaps it's most harsh. His name has become an adjective, Draconian, which is used to describe cruel or harsh laws. His constitution would have to be revised by Solon, since he codified antiquated practices like debt slavery. Find out all about him and the beginnings of Athenian law in today's video!
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00:00 Introduction
01:21 Cylon & Draco
07:50 The Council & Assembly
09:07 Channel Update
10:54 Outro

[@andychap6283]

Another classic, these are always great to listen to before bed

[@PedroPaolo1]

Good video!

[@NOTHINGNEWYT]

Thanks for watching!

[@mdlifer8847]

another interesting video. Thank you!

[@noiz5578]

Awesome video

[@uliseshuerta7782]

Did he also spin the block with his ops with his blicky 🤔

[@emanuelayala1216]

Just like Drakeo😭

[@ralphavile]

@@emanuelayala1216 He woke up one day and decided to grip his draco.

[@LuisAldamiz]

Draco was a good name, pity he squandered it by being too Draconian.

[@matthewgoodwin6295]

Draco and light yagami are literally the same