Heracles Hercules

Heracles, known as Hercules in Roman Mythology, is one of the most famous heroes in Greek mythology.

Parentage and Family

- Heracles was the son of Zeus, the king of the gods, and Alcmene, a mortal woman, making him a demigod possessing superhuman strength.

The Twelve Labors

- Heracles was tasked with completing twelve seemingly impossible labors as atonement for his past deeds.

- These labors included slaying mythical beasts, capturing dangerous... Sign in / Sign up to learn more about Heracles (Hercules)

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