Langarus ( el, Λάγγαρος; died 335 BC), king of the

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, was a contemporary of

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(336–323 BC), with whom he ingratiated himself even before the death of

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, previous king of

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. Langarus rendered Alexander important services during Alexander's expedition against the

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ns and

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shortly after his accession, when the

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were preparing to attack him on his march. Langarus invaded their territory, preventing them from carrying their purpose into effect. Alexander conferred on him the most distinguished marks of his favour and promised him his half-sister

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in marriage, but Langarus died soon after his return home.

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References

* Smith, William (editor); ''

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