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Allusions from Greek Mythology Aegis - Zeus and Athenas protective shield; modern group of insurance companies (The Aegis Group). Ajax - Greek warrior in the Trojan War, who cleaned up in battle; popular household cleanser. Amazon - Race of warrior women; - huge on-line bookstore. Apollo - God of music; Apollo Theater is a famous music hall in New York city. Ares - Greek god of war; popular car model. Argus - Giant watchman with a hundred eyes; Argus Security is a modern security company, specializing in commercial business protection. Atlas - Was doomed to support the heavens on his shoulders; a modern moving company (Atlas Van Lines); also, Atlas Travel is a popular name for travel agencies all over the globe. Aurora - Roman name for Eos, goddess of the Dawn; luxury car model. Avalon—At the end of his life, King Arthur carried on a barge to his resting place in Avalon’s mythical shores where he waits until Britain needs him again. According to legend, after Jesus’ death and resurrection, Joseph of Arimithea took the Holy Grail to Avalon. Toyota Avalon. Charon - Boatman who ferries the souls of the dead to the Underworld; , a company offering solutions for a connected world. Delphi - Sanctuary to Apollo and home to his famous Oracles; Delphi Forums () is an on-line meeting place to promote discussions and to find answers. Delphi is also the name of an international Automotive Group. Hercules - Roman name for Heracles, the greatest Greek hero; the company called Hercules - - makes a top-selling video graphics card (their slogan is Legendary Strength, Quality and Performance);there is also the Hercules transport plane, used by the United States Air Force to carry large volumes of war material and food;Hercules Incorporated - - is a maker of chemicals and allied products. Hermes - Olympian Herald and Messenger god; popular brand of soap. Also, the FTD flower delivery company incorporates Hermes and his winged heels in their logo. Hyperion