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AgafonA military leader of Alexander the Great, commander of the Odrysian cavalry from Thrace.
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- Agathon: Alexander the Great's Trusted Commander
- Military Career
- Exbatana Incident
- Downfall and Execution
Agathon: Alexander the Great's Trusted Commander
Early LifeAgathon's origins lie in Macedonia, and he commanded the Odrysian cavalry from Thrace during Alexander the Great's reign (334-323 BC).
Military Career
Between 334 and 330/327 BC, Agathon led the cavalry of Thrace alongside Sitalces and Karanos. He played a crucial role in the battles of Granicus and Gaugamela, positioned on the left wing. While accounts of Gaugamela refer to Agathon's units as "Odrysians," historians believe he commanded the entire Thracian cavalry.
Exbatana Incident
In 330 BC, Agathon remained in Ecbatana with Parmenion, Cleander, Heracon, and Sitalces. He became involved in the plot to eliminate Parmenion.
Downfall and Execution
Upon Alexander's return from India in 325/324 BC, he accused Agathon of mismanagement. Agathon, Heracon, Cleander, and Sitalces confronted the king in Carmania, where they were arrested. It is believed that they were later executed.
