The 12 Labours of Hercules or Heracles a series of feats undertaken during his battle for atonement. One of the most famous tales from Greek Mythology, and one of the most epic quests as well. So what were these mighty deeds, and were they really that impressive? Let’s find out together.

Spoiler Yes they were...

0:00 Hercules Why did he need to complete 12 labours?
3:02 1st Labour The Nemean Lion
4:57 2nd Labour The Lernaean Hydra
6:54 3rd Labour The Ceryneian Hind
8:21 4th Labour The Erymanthian Boar
10:08 5th Labour The Augean Stables
11:20 6th Labour The Stymphalian Birds
12:16 7th Labour The Cretan Bull
13:01 8th Labour Mares of Diomedes
14:03 9th Labour Girdle of Hippolyta
15:27 10th Labour Cattle of Geryon
17:24 11th Labour Golden Apples of Hesperides
18:53 12th Labour Cerberus

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