Greek Mythology mythology character

Jason

Jason leads the Argonauts to Colchis in search of the Golden Fleece and wins glory through courage entangled with Medea's help.

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Jason is one of Greek mythology’s voyage-heroes, defined as much by the expedition he leads as by the throne he seeks. His myth shines brightest at sea and darkens quickly afterward.

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Jason and the Golden Fleece

Jason gathers the Argonauts, sails to distant Colchis, and wins the Golden Fleece only through a mixture of courage, impossible luck, and Medea's decisive aid.

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