Pittacus of mytilene biography of christopher columbus

Ancient Greek philosopher and politician

Pittacus (; Ancient Greek: Πιττακός; c. 640 – 568 BC) was an ancient Mytilenean military general and one of the Seven Sages of Greece.

Biography

Pittacus was a native of Mytilene and son of Hyrradius.

He became a Mytilenaean general who, with his army, was victorious in the battle against the Athenians and their commander Phrynon.

Pittacus of mytilene biography of christopher columbus

In consequence of this victory, the Mytilenaeans held Pittacus in the greatest honour and presented the supreme power into his hands. After ten years of reign, he resigned his position and the city and constitution were brought into good order.

When the Athenians were about to attack Sigeion, Pittacus challenged their general to a single combat, with the understanding that the result should decide the war, and much bloo