The term "Argonauts" refers to a group of heroes in Greek mythology who accompanied Jason on his quest to retrieve the Golden Fleece. They traveled aboard a ship called the Argo, which was built by the skilled craftsman Argus. The Argonauts included famous figures such as Hercules, Orpheus, and Atalanta. The story of the Argonauts is primarily told in the ancient epic, the Argonautica, written by Apollonius of Rhodes. Their adventures involved various challenges, including encounters with mythical creatures and treacherous landscapes, ultimately highlighting themes of bravery, friendship, and the pursuit of glory.