“Not well-built walls, but brave citizens are the bulwark of the city.”
Quote by Alcaeus
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Alcaeus
Alcaeus, born in 621 BC and died in 561 BC, was a Greek lyric poet from Sicily. He was a nobleman from Syracuse and is renowned for his lyric poetry, particularly his works on love and war. Alcaeus' poetry is characterized by its fresh and natural style, and his emotional expression has had a profound impact on later poets. more
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