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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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