the men, Aeschines and, in particular, Philocrates ( Dem. 19.46 ). I say, who told you that I, being a water-drinker, was naturally a disagreeable, cross-grained fellow, and that Philip, if he got through the Pass, would do just what you would pray for, would fortify Thespiae and Plataea , and humble the Theban pride, and dig a trench across the Chersonese To protect the Greek cities from the raids of the Thracians. at his own charges, and restore to you Euboea and Oropus in lieu of Amphipolis . All this was said from this very platform, as I am sure you recollect, although you are not remarkable for keeping in mind those who injure you.