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Diocles of Messenia

b. 800 BC

Ancient Greek olympics victor in stadion

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About Diocles of Messenia

Born 800 BC. Diocles of Messenia was a runner.

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Important facts

Born

800 BC, Messenia, Messenia Prefecture

Birth century

8th century BC

Occupation

Runner

Awards

Olympic victor, stadion

Also known as

Diocles the Messenian, Daicles, Daikles

Frequently asked questions

Who was Diocles of Messenia?

ancient Greek olympics victor in stadion

When was Diocles of Messenia born?

Diocles of Messenia was born in 800 BC in Messenia, Messenia Prefecture.

What was Diocles of Messenia's occupation?

Diocles of Messenia was a runner.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Diocles of Messenia

· Wikidata: Q5279080

· DBpedia: Diocles of Messenia

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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Diocles of Messenia. https://biography.guide/diocles-of-messenia/

MLA: "Diocles of Messenia." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/diocles-of-messenia/.

Chicago: "Diocles of Messenia." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/diocles-of-messenia/.

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