About Agathon
Lived 400 BC – 324 BC. Agathon was a military leader.
Agathon son of Tyrimmas was the Macedonian commander of Thracian cavalry during Alexander's campaign. He played a role in the elimination of Parmenion but later he was executed by Alexander.
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Important facts
People in Agathon's life
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Agathon?
4th-century BC Macedonian calvary commander
When was Agathon born?
Agathon was born in 400 BC.
When did Agathon die?
Agathon died in 324 BC in Kerman.
What was Agathon's occupation?
Agathon was a military leader.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Agathon (son of Tyrimmas)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Agathon. https://biography.guide/agathon-military-leader/
MLA: "Agathon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/agathon-military-leader/.
Chicago: "Agathon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/agathon-military-leader/.
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