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Pythagoras Born: c. 570 BCE  |    Died: c. 495 BCE, Metapontum (Southern Italy) " Pythagoras (Greece) – Father of Mathematics " Full Name: Pythagoras of Samos   |    Birthplace: Samos Island, Ionia (present-day part of Greece) Pythagoras was born on the island of Samos, which was a significant intellectual center of Greek civilization at that time. Introduction Pythagoras is a name that instantly brings to mind the Pythagorean Theorem . But did you know that this mathematician was not limited to mathematics alone? He was also a philosopher , music theorist , and religious thinker .In this article, we will explore the complete life of Pythagoras — from his childhood , parents , and education , to his discoveries , marriage , disciples , social philosophy , and death — in depth. Parents and Family of Pythagoras Father's Name: Mnesarchus – a merchant Mother's Name: Pythais – a respected woman believed to be connected to the priests of Delphi. Mne...

 Archimedes of Syracuse Born:   c. 287 BCE, Syracuse, Sicily (a Greek city-state)   |    Died:   c. 212 BCE (Killed during Roman conquest despite orders to keep him alive) The Timeless Genius of Ancient Greece Location: Syracuse, Sicily (now part of Italy) Father: Phidias – an astronomer Mother: Name unknown (but belonged to a noble family) Field: Physics, Mathematics, Engineering, Astronomy Known For: Archimedes’ Principle, Inventions, and War Machines Early Life and Education Archimedes was born in Syracuse, a thriving port city in ancient Greece (now Sicily). His father, Phidias, was an astronomer, which exposed him to science early in life. He is believed to have studied in  Alexandria, Egypt , one of the greatest knowledge hubs of the time. There he met other great minds like  Euclid’s followers .   Family Life and Background Archimedes was born around  287 BCE  in the ancient city-state of  Syracuse ,...