Miltiades’ statement as a general to Callimachus, a polemarch, is a manipulative power play. In order to get the outcome that he wants, Miltiades tells Callimachus that the fate of Athens is in his hands, saying, “yours is the decision; all hangs upon you; vote on my side, and our country will be free…But if you support those who have voted against fighting, that happiness will be denied you” (400). In this instance, Miltiades’ use of power was for the collective good, ultimately leading to Athens’ win at the battle of Marathon. However, after the defeat of the Persians, Miltiades’ power goes to his head. As Herodotus writes, Miltiades uses his recognition and reputation to get troops and money from the Athenians in order to get back at someone