Eurycratides
Eurycratides (Greek: Εὐρυκρατίδης, "wide ruler") was the thirteenth king of Sparta from the Agiad dynasty. He succeeded his father Anaxander around 615 BC and reigned during a devastating period of war with Tegea.
| Eurycratides | |
|---|---|
| King of Sparta | |
| Reign | 615–590 BC |
| Predecessor | Anaxander |
| Successor | Leon of Sparta |
| Issue | King Leon of Sparta |
| Father | King Anaxander of Sparta |
| Mother | Consort of Anaxander |
In 590 BC, Eurycratides was succeeded by his son Leon ("lion"). His grandson was King Anaxandridas II.
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