Teres

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The golden mask, supposed image of Teres I
The golden mask, supposed image of Teres I

Teres I (reigned 475-445 BC) was the first king of the Odrysian state of Thrace. Teres was well-known for his military abilities, and spent much of his life on the battlefield. In 445 BC he died during one of his many military campaigns. He was succeeded by his second son, Sitalkes.

Teres Ridge on Livingston Island in the South Shetland Islands, Antarctica is named for Teres.

Teres
Born: Unknown Died: 445 BC
Preceded by
none		 King of Thrace
475–445 BC		 Succeeded by
Sitalkes
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