Melankomas of Caria
Boxer and Victor
The LIfe of a Victor
Melankomas of Caria was born in an area now known as Turkey. He lived on the year of 49 A.D. Melankomas was a great boxer, and he boxed until he was physically unable to. He had to stop boxing at a young age and died very young. He competed in many competitions as was the Victor in the 207th Olympiad. Melankomas was undeafeated and never hit or was hit by an opponent. Melankomas will be remembered for his undeafeat and his strength and endurance. He could fight all day, even during the summer and not hit his oppenant to end the match quickly. Melankomas exercised far more than any other athlete at the time. There is a story that he put his arms up for two days straight without resting or putting them down.
Melankomas holding his stance
Melankomas always held his stance, and never hit his opponent. He did this to retain his beauty and practice self- control, which he believed in.
The Beauty of Man
Melankomas was known for his good looks and he was able to keep those looks by never getting hit. He was the favorite athlete of Emperor Titius. He was considered the image of a "Perfect Athlete"
Melankomas Victory
Melankomas was the victor of of the 207th Olympics. The Olympics are believed to begin in about 776 B.C. They were first held in Olympia.