Artemisia Research Paper

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Artemisia was the queen of Halicarnassus, that would be located in present day Turkey. Artemisia became well known as a naval commander, she was also an ally of Xerxes, the king of Persia. Furthermore, the queen was named after the Goddess Artemis, who is sister of Apollo. The queen married King of Halicarnassus in 500BC just before the revolt that set off the war between Persia and Greece. Moreover, the queen is believed to be brave and clever who was also a valued ally the King of Persia. Artemisia is known in history for the Battle Salamis. She commanded a fleet of naval ships and was known for her self-preservation. The story goes that she rammed into a Persian ship to trick the Greeks; who were headed towards her; into thinking she was

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