Miltiades
Greek Athenian statesman and general (c.550–489 BC) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Miltiades (/mɪlˈtaɪəˌdiːz/; Greek: Μιλτιάδης Κίμωνος; c. 550 – 489 BC), also known as Miltiades the Younger, was a Greek Athenian citizen known mostly for his role in the Battle of Marathon, as well as for his downfall afterwards. He was the son of Cimon Coalemos, a renowned Olympic chariot-racer, and the father of Cimon, the noted Athenian statesman.
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Miltiades | |
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Μιλτιάδης Κίμονος | |
Eponymous archon of Athens | |
In office 524 – 523 BC | |
Preceded by | Cleisthenes |
Succeeded by | Calliades |
Tyrant of Chersonese | |
In office 516 – 492 BC | |
Preceded by | Stesagoras |
Personal details | |
Born | 550 BC Athens |
Died | 489 BC (aged 60-61) Athens |
Spouse | Hegesipyle of Thrace |
Children | Cimon Elpinice Metiochus |
Awards | Statue of Nemesis by Pheidias |
Military service | |
Allegiance | Athens |
Rank | strategos |
Battles/wars | |
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