Greek hero

Theseus was a hero in Greek mythology and a legendary king of Athens. The most famous myth involving Theseus is the one in which he slayed the dreaded Minotaur. Many stories about Theseus say he not only displayed courage and strength, but also wisdom and shrewdness. Moreover, as king of Athens, Theseus was responsible for strengthening the city and turning it into a regional power. Theseus’ Parents According to Greek mythology, Theseus was born in Troezen, in the northeastern Peloponnese. His mother was Aethra, the daughter of Pittheus, the king of Troezen. Theseus seems to have had two fathers, a mortal one, Aegeus, the king of Athens, and a divine one, Poseidon. After the birth of Theseus, Aegeus left Aethra