where was theseus born
Born to Aegeus, the king of Athens, and the Princess Aethra, Theseus learned at age 16 that he was heir to the throne of Athens. Theseus wished to prove his character before claiming his birthright, so he set off on a dangerous adventure. He was tested by thieves, monsters, and murderous brigands, but survived every trial, and returned to Athens unrecognized by his father, the king. Theseus' stepmother Medea recognized him, though, and saw that he posed a threat to her own son's ascension to the throne. She tried to poison Theseus, but at the last second, the king recognized his son's sword, and dashed the poisoned cup from his hands. The stepmother fled, and Theseus became his father's successor. At the time, the city of Athens lived under a dread decree.