Bulfinch’s Mythology · Character
King Cadmus
Founder of Thebes, who slew a dragon and sowed its teeth to create warriors.
minor
Also known as Cadmus
First appearance: Cadmus—The Myrmidons
King Cadmus shows up with force in Diana and Actaeon. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Mentioned as the father of Actaeon, establishing his lineage.
King Cadmus first appears in 0027 xii cadmus the myrmidons.
In Diana and Actaeon: Mentioned as the father of Actaeon, establishing his lineage.
Later, in Cadmus—The Myrmidons: Son of Agenor, founder of Thebes, slayer of the serpent, and husband of Harmonia.
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- Other
Character groups
- Miscellaneous Mythological and Romance Figures
- Greek and Trojan Heroes
- Orlando Epic Characters
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- Breaking point
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- Closing
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See King Cadmus in Cadmus—The Myrmidons