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Adanus - He was a Titan, son of Uranus (Ouranos, Sky)
and Gaia (Mother Earth). Along with his siblings, he fought against Zeus
and the Olympians when they tried to overthrow the Titans's rule. ADANUS
INC is an internet company specializing in online marketing. There
are a number of Adanus restaurants, including ADANUS
GRILL in the UK, ADANUS in
the Netherlands, TAVERNE ADANUS in
Germany and more.
Adicia - This goddess was the personification of
Injustice and Wrong-doing. Dice (Greek personification of Justice) is
shown as a handsome goddess, dragging Adicia (Injustice) with one hand,
while in the other hand she holds a staff with which to beat her -
Justice overcoming injustice! ADICIA
CONCIERGE, unlike their namesake, provides "an army of personal
assistants available around the clock to cater to your corporate or
individual needs."
Aea - The River God Phasis was pursuing Aea in order to
seduce her, so to save her the gods transformed her into the fabulous
island bearing her name. Other versions claim that Aea is another name
for Gaia, Mother Earth. There is an award-winning line of Ribbon
Microphones called AEA, designed
for singer-songwriters, musicians and home studios. AEA
INVESTORS is one of the oldest private equity firms in the US.
Aegis - Zeus and Athena's protective shield; Aegis is
a modern security and risk management company. The Aegis
Combat System is a naval weapons system that uses powerful computers
and radars to track and guide weapons to destroy enemy targets. AEGIS is
one of the largest HIV/AIDS databases in the world.
Aeson - King of Iolcus and father to the great hero
Jason, of the Argonauts and the Golden Fleece fame. You will find Aeson
Flooring Systems and Aeson Group Business Consultants.
Aetna - A daughter of Uranus and Gaia. She is the
personified goddess of Mt. Etna, a volcano on Sicily. Aetna is
a major health insurance company. There exists an Aetna
Pest Control company, an Aetna
Insulated Wire company. Aetna
Group produces stretch wrapping machines, shrink film wrappers and
more.
Ajax - Greek warrior in the Trojan War, who "cleaned
up" in battle; Ajax is the name of a popular household cleanser.
Alcon - He was a son of the Athenian King Erechtheus
and the father of Phalerus, who was one of the Argonauts. Alcon was such
an accomplished archer that one time, when a huge snake entwined his son
and was about to devour him, Alcon unleashed an arrow that pierced and
killed the serpent, without harming a hair on Phalerus' body.
Alcon Care
Products helps people "see the world better through
advanced surgical, pharmaceutical and vision care products." Their
mission is to "provide innovative products that enhance quality of life
by helping people see better."
Alcon Specialist
Brakes and Clutches supplies parts around the world to
customers who demand the very best in motorsports parts.
Alcon Wireless
is a leading wireless LAN, Passive Networking, Fiber Optics, and IP
Video Surveillance products manufacturers.
Alcon Entertainment, LLC
is an American film production company, founded in 1997.
True to the myth, their logo features an archer taking careful
aim.
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