Telemachus of Acragas
Leader of revolt against Phalaris
About Telemachus of Acragas
Telemachus of Acragas was a freedom fighter.
Telemachus was the mythical leader of a 554 BC general uprising in the Greek city-state of Acragas, Sicily, Magna Graecia, which culminated in the overthrow of the cruel tyrant Phalaris. Some versions of the legend state that Phalaris was roasted to death in his own brazen bull.
Telemachus was the ancestor of Aenesidamus and of Aenesidamus's son Theron (tyrant c. 488–472 BC).
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Who was Telemachus of Acragas?
leader of revolt against Phalaris
When was Telemachus of Acragas born?
Telemachus of Acragas was born in Rhodes.
What was Telemachus of Acragas's occupation?
Telemachus of Acragas was a freedom fighter.
Sources & further reading
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· DBpedia: Telemachus (Acragas)
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