Hercules
noun
Her·cu·les
ˈhər-kyə-ˌlēz 
1
: a mythical Greek hero renowned for his great strength and especially for performing 12 labors imposed on him by Hera
2
[Latin (genitive Herculis)]
: a northern constellation between Corona Borealis and Lyra
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Excavations revealed coins, jewelry, glassware, a seven-foot statue of Hercules and three life-sized marble horses.
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
Disney Cruise Line adding modern touches to new ‘Hercules’ show
Disney Cruise Line, directors reveal ‘Hercules’ stage show details, modern touches.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2025
Lost & Abandoned highlights the famed film Hercules, which Scarfe illustrated.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Fans of the duo can keep up with their adventures on Hercules' Instagram page, where Ned has recently made some cameos of his own.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
Disney Cruise Line adding modern touches to new ‘Hercules’ show
Disney Cruise Line, directors reveal ‘Hercules’ stage show details, modern touches.
—Dewayne Bevil, The Orlando Sentinel, 17 Apr. 2025
Lost & Abandoned highlights the famed film Hercules, which Scarfe illustrated.
—Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Fans of the duo can keep up with their adventures on Hercules' Instagram page, where Ned has recently made some cameos of his own.
—Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 5 Apr. 2025
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“Hercules.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Hercules. Accessed 2 May. 2025.
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