About Meleager
Born 320 BC. Meleager was a sovereign.
Meleager of Macedonia (Greek: Μελέαγρος) was the brother of Ptolemy Keraunos and son of Ptolemy I Soter and Eurydice. Meleager ruled as King of Macedonia during 279 BC for two months until he was compelled by his Macedonian troops to abdicate his crown.
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Who was Meleager?
King of Macedon briefly, 279 BCE
When was Meleager born?
Meleager was born in 320 BC.
When did Meleager die?
Meleager died in Macedonia.
What was Meleager's occupation?
Meleager was a sovereign.
What nationality was Meleager?
Meleager's recorded nationality: Macedonia.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Meleager. https://biography.guide/meleager/
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