Hercules
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![Hercules and the Hydra, a painting by Antonio del Pollaiolo. Now it is in the Uffizi in Florence](../../../upload/shared/thumb/4/4b/Hercules_and_the_Hydra_-_Antonio_del_Pollaiolo.jpg/180px-Hercules_and_the_Hydra_-_Antonio_del_Pollaiolo.jpg)
Hercules is a hero in Roman mythology. He is known for his great strength.
In Greek mythology he is named Herakles, but he has some different stories.
Hercules is also a marvel character and an ally of the mighty Thor. He is the leader and a founding member of the super team the champions. He was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1962.
Hercules was a strong man who was the son of Zeus but Hera hated him. He was a mortal.