Diomedes of Argos

AncientGeneralArgos-1210 — -1170

Great Greek warrior, wounded Aphrodite and Ares at Troy.

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Quick Facts

Born

1210 BCE

Died

1170 BCE

Country

Argos

Era

Ancient

Occupation

General

Score Overview

Military (10%)62

Political (20%)35

Influence (20%)61

Legacy (20%)58

Leadership (15%)57

Strategy (15%)50

Total Score54.7

Diomedes of Argos — Complete Timeline

1185 BC

Wounded Aphrodite at TroyWar◆ Major

Diomedes, aided by Athena, wounded the goddess Aphrodite when she tried to rescue her son Aeneas from battle. This act demonstrated his exceptional prowess and divine favor.

Trojan WarDivine WoundingIliad

Impact: regional

Wounded Ares at TroyWar◆ Major

Diomedes, again with Athena's help, wounded the war god Ares with his spear, forcing the god to flee to Olympus. This was a unique feat among mortal heroes.

Trojan WarDivine WoundingIliad

Impact: regional

Led the Night Raid on the Trojan CampWar

Diomedes volunteered for a night reconnaissance mission with Odysseus. They killed the Trojan spy Dolon and attacked the Thracian camp, stealing the horses of King Rhesus.

Trojan WarRaidOdysseus

Impact: regional

1180 BC

Returned to Argos and Restored OrderPolitical Action

After the Trojan War, Diomedes returned safely to Argos. He later faced political challenges but successfully maintained his rule, unlike many other Greek heroes.

ReturnArgosStability

Impact: regionalconstructive