Jul 13, 2023 · By far the most important source for Hector’s mythology is Homer’s Iliad. Though Hector continued to appear in literature after the Iliad—for example, in Aeschylus’ Achilles …

May 24, 2023 · Astyanax (also called Scamandrius) was the son of Hector and Andromache, a prince and princess of Troy. During the sack of Troy, Astyanax—still a small child—was …

Jun 20, 2023 · The list below names some of the most notable heroes of Greek mythology, including great warriors as well as artists, healers, and founders of cities. Achilles Though …

Jul 31, 2023 · Led by Hector, the Trojans advanced into the Greek camp and started burning the Greeks’ ships. Achilles’ close friend Patroclus pitied the Greeks and begged Achilles to help …

Dec 8, 2022 · During Achilles’ extended absence from the fighting, Ajax distinguished himself as the bravest and most successful defender of the Greek camp. As Hector and the Trojans tried …

May 20, 2023 · The name “Polydeuces” also seems to be related to a Greek word for an animal—specifically, a “foal” or “filly” (Greek πῶλος, translit. pôlos ). The second part of the …

Jul 5, 2023 · But he made the mistake of fighting Hector, the strongest of the Trojan warriors. Hector killed Patroclus and stripped Achilles’ armor from the body. Roman statue of Menelaus …

Feb 9, 2023 · Andromache, daughter of King Eetion of Cilician Thebes, was the wife of Hector and mother of Astyanax. A devoted wife and mother, she lost her husband and son in the …

The Death of Hector. The Trojans being safe within the walls, Hector only stays to oppose Achilles. Priam is struck at his approach, and tries to persuade his son to re-enter the town. …

Mar 1, 2023 · Achilles and Agamemnon are reconciled and Achilles returns to battle so that he can kill Hector and avenge Patroclus (Book 19). Achilles goes on a rampage, killing many …