In Greek mythology, Peleus was a hero, king of Phthia, husband of Thetis and the father of their son Achilles. This myth was already known to the hearers of Homer in the late 8th century BC.

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Occupation: politician
Position held: king of Myrmidons, king of Phtiotis

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Antigonespouse Thetisspouse Laodameiaspouse Achilleschild Polydorachild Polymelechild Aeacusfather Endeïsmother Menoetiussibling Telamonsibling

king of Myrmidonsposition held king of Phtiotisposition held

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In Greek mythology, Peleus was a hero, king of Phthia, husband of Thetis and the father of their son Achilles. This myth was already known to the hearers of Homer in the late 8th century BC.

Read the full article →

Occupation: politician
Position held: king of Myrmidons, king of Phtiotis

Family

Antigonespouse Thetisspouse Laodameiaspouse Achilleschild Polydorachild Polymelechild Aeacusfather Endeïsmother Menoetiussibling Telamonsibling

king of Myrmidonsposition held king of Phtiotisposition held