Philotas
Philotas | |
|---|---|
| Native name | Φιλώτας |
| Born | 365 BC |
| Died | October 330 BC (aged 34-35) |
| Allegiance | Macedonia |
| Rank | Commander of the Companion Cavalry |
| Commands | Companion Cavalry |
| Battles / wars | Wars of Alexander the Great |
| Relations | Parmenion (father),
Nikanor and Hector (brothers), Asander and Agathon (uncles) |
Philotas (Greek: Φιλώτας; 365 BC – October 330 BC) was the eldest son of Parmenion, one of Alexander the Great's most experienced and talented generals. He rose to command the Companion Cavalry, but was accused of conspiring against Alexander and executed.