Folklore and Mythology
See also: List of women warriors in folkloreIn Hindu mythology, Chitrāngadā, wife of Arjuna, was the commander of her father's armies.
The Amazons were an entire tribe of woman warriors in Greek legend. "Amazon" has become an eponym for woman warriors and athletes.
In British mythology, Queen Cordelia fought off several contenders for her throne by personally leading the army in its battles.
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