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For the genus of birds of prey, see Harpagus (bird).
General Harpagos
General Harpagus, behind Cyrus the Great (18th century tapestry).

Harpagus, also known as Harpagos or Hypargus (Ancient Greek Ἅρπαγος; Akkadian: Arbaku), was a Median general from the 6th century BC, credited by Herodotus as having put Cyrus the Great on the throne through his defection during the battle of Pasargadae.

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  • Jean Charles Nicaise Perrin - Cyrus and Astyages - WGA17209

    Painting of king Astyages sending Harpagus to kill young Cyrus

  • Sebastiano Ricci 018

    Harpagus bring infant Cyrus to the shepherd. Sebastiano Ricci (1659–1734)

  • King Astyages places Harpagos in command of his army, by Jan Moy (1535-1550)

    King Astyages places Harpagos in command of his army, by Jan Moy (1535-1550).

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Harpago (general) para niños

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