About Demetrius
Demetrius was a military leader and military personnel.
Demetrius son of Pythonax, surnamed Pheidon, was one of the Hetairoi of Alexander. In 327 BC, when the King attempted to introduce proskynesis, Demetrius is alleged to have alerted Alexander to Callisthenes' opposition. He is described as a flatterer of Alexander.
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Who was Demetrius?
son of Pythonax; one of the Hetairoi of Alexander
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Demetrius was a military leader and military personnel.
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