Proper noun
Olynthus
An ancient city of Chalcidice
On 15 December 1939, RFA Olynthus refuelled HMS Ajax, which proved a difficult operation; the ship had to use hurricane hawsers to complete the replenishment. Source: Internet
When Amyntas sought Spartan aid against the growing threat of Olynthus, the Spartans eagerly responded. Source: Internet
On 17 December HMS Achilles was replenished from RFA Olynthus off Rouen Bank. Source: Internet
Olynthus had at first allied itself with Philip, but later shifted its allegiance to Athens. Source: Internet
The Macedonian king finally took Olynthus in 348 BC and razed the city to the ground. Source: Internet