About Xenon
Xenon was a military leader.
Xenon was an officer in the service of Antiochus III the Great (223–187 BC), who was sent, together with Theodotus Hemiolius, against Molon in 221 BC. They retired before Molon under the shelter of the towns.
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Who was Xenon?
Seleucid general officer (223–187 BC)
What was Xenon's occupation?
Xenon was a military leader.
What nationality was Xenon?
Xenon's recorded nationality: Seleucid Empire.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Xenon. https://biography.guide/xenon-military-leader/
MLA: "Xenon." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/xenon-military-leader/.
Chicago: "Xenon." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/xenon-military-leader/.
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