Greek Mythology: Jason And The Argonauts

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The next Greek mythology is about Jason and the Argonauts, he was a young man who wanted to live a life of adventure to conquer the world and reclaim the throne from his uncle who deceived the nation and claimed the throne through greed after killing Jason’s father. Jason commissioned a ship which he named the ship (Argo) with his crew the argonauts. Initially they set out to see the world around them and indulge in the fun of adventure. Little did he know that the voyage would have such catastrophic encounters. As this would change their lives forever, some would not return from the journey at all. After reclaiming the throne and kingdom from his selfish and greed filled uncle he became bewitched by the princess of Corinth to leave his wife

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