1. Home
  2. / Pyrrhus
  3. / Which royal house did Pyrrhus belong to?

Which royal house did Pyrrhus belong to?

  • Aeacid

  • Seleucid

  • Ptolemaic

  • Antigonid

Answer

The Aeacid royal house, to which Pyrrhus belonged, was a prominent dynasty in ancient Greece. It traced its lineage back to Aeacus, the mythical king of Aegina. The Aeacids ruled over several kingdoms, including Epirus, where Pyrrhus reigned. Pyrrhus's father, Aeacides, was the king of Epirus, and his mother, Phthia, was the daughter of Menon of Phthia.
Pyrrhus Trivia: 31 Questions to test your Fan-dom

Pyrrhus Trivia: 31 Questions to test your Fan-dom

Take the Pyrrhus Quiz
Subscribe newsletter

Subscribe Now!

Learn something
new everyday

Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox