Memnon of Rhodes
Greek military leader
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Summary
Memnon of Rhodes was born on January 1, 380 BC[1], in Rhodes[2]. He died on January 1, 333 BC[3], in Mytilene[4]. He worked as a mercenary[5] and military personnel[6]. He ranks in the top 0.72% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (997 views/month, #7,156 of 1,000,298).[7]
Key Facts
- Spouse: Barsine[8]
- Position held: strategos[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Cause of death: poisoning[11]
- Participated in conflict: Battle of the Granicus[12]
- Given name: Memnon[13]
- Relative: Artabazos II of Phrygia[14]
- Described by source: livius.org[15], Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[16], Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary[17], Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition[18], Pauly–Wissowa[19]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[20]
- Name in native language: Μέμνων ὁ Ῥόδιος[21]
- Different from: Memnon[22]
- Sibling: Mentor of Rhodes[23]
- Significant place: Rhodes[24]
Why It Matters
Memnon of Rhodes has Wikipedia articles in 18 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[25] He is known by 22 alternative names across languages and contexts.[26]
FAQs
Where was Memnon of Rhodes born?
Memnon of Rhodes's place of birth was Rhodes[2].
Where did Memnon of Rhodes die?
Memnon of Rhodes died in Mytilene[4].
Who was Memnon of Rhodes married to?
Memnon of Rhodes's spouses include Barsine[8].
What did Memnon of Rhodes do for work?
Memnon of Rhodes worked as a mercenary[5] and military personnel[6].