# Themistocles — Histories character guide

> Themistocles in Histories by Herodotus.

**Role:** major

**Also known as:** Themistocles the Athenian

**First appearance:** 0008-book-vii-polymnia

## Who they are

Athenian leader who advocates for naval power against Persia.

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