Peisistratus <span>was known in Athenian history as a despot, or a tyrant or ruler with absolute powers. He had archer body guards with him at all times and he has taken away citizens rights to protect themselves. However, he was an effective leader who preserved the constitutional forms of government in Athens and he contributed greatly in its more efficient operation.</span>
The economic policies of Mikhail Gorbachev of the Soviet Union and of Deng Xiaoping of China included "<span>(4) a reliance on agricultural self-sufficiency"</span>
Great Britain proved that they could defeat the most powerful Navy that existed at the time. Great Britain than became known as the most powerful naval force.
