Alcetas
general of Alexander the Great
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Summary
Alcetas was born in 400 BC[1]. He died in 319 BC[2] in Termessus[3]. He worked as a military officer[4] and military personnel[5].
Key Facts
- Father: Orontes of Orestis[6]
- Country of citizenship: Macedonia[7]
- Sex or gender: male[8]
- Cause of death: exsanguination[9]
- Participated in conflict: Wars of the Diadochi[10]
- Given name: Αλκέτας[11]
- Manner of death: suicide[12]
- Described by source: Pauly–Wissowa[13], 1870 Dictionary of Greek and Roman Biography and Mythology[14], Russian translation of Lübker's Antiquity Lexicon[15]
- Languages spoken, written or signed: Ancient Greek[16]
- Name in native language: Ἀλκέτας[17]
- Sibling: Perdiccas[18], Atalante[19]
FAQs
Where did Alcetas die?
Alcetas passed away in Termessus[3].
Who were Alcetas's parents?
Alcetas's father was Orontes of Orestis[6].
What did Alcetas do for work?
Alcetas worked as a military officer[4] and military personnel[5].