About Herostratus

Herostratus, or Eratostratus, was an arsonist who destroyed the Temple of Artemis in an attempt to achieve infamy. His name has become an eponym for someone who commits a crime solely to become famous.

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Occupation: cattle rancher
Born: 301 BC
Died: 356 BC

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Born: 301 BC
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Not who you're looking for? Others named Herostratus: 1967 film by Don Levy