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Why has the history of Trojan War fascinated so many people sure it is supported by the facts?
Well to me it was all about the Trojan Horse, this is when Achilles men fled and the left a big wooden horse and Achilles and about 20 other soldiers hid inside so the king hauled it into the city as a victory prize, but at night the soldiers snuck out and opened the gates to let the entire army into the city then the war had ended as Troy was burned to the ground.
What background is Achilles?
Achilles was a Greek hero who fought in the Trojan War against Troy and her allies. Achilles' mother was the nymph, Thetis, and his father, Peleus was the king of the Myrmidons. It is often thought because of his superior fighting skill and invulnerability that he was actually the son of Zeus, making him a demigod, half mortal, half god. Achilles' real secret happened at birth. Achilles mother, Thetis had dipped him in the river of Styx in the underworld. Being in the river of Styx was often dangerous, If one were to stay in the river too long he would forget their whole entire lives within minuets. However, if someone were to be dipped in then taken out, wherever the water touched the person would be almost invincible in battle. There was one slight mistake when Thetis dipped Achilles in the river though, she held him by his heel while submerging the rest of his body in the river, meaning the water didn't affect his heel. Once Achilles was a full grown Greek solider, he was virtually unstoppable. He had fought and won many battles thanks to the blessing of Styx. Agamemnon, the High King of Greece had kidnapped a Trojan woman named Chryseis as his slave. Her father Calchas, a priest of Apollo, begged Agamemnon to return her to him. Agamemnon refused and Apollo sent a deadly plague amongst the Greeks. The prophet Calchas, determined the source of the troubles but would not speak unless Achilles vowed to protect him. Achilles did so and Calchas, of course declared that Chryseis must be returned to her father. Agamemnon did as he was told, but then commanded that Achilles' battle prize Briseis be brought to replace Chryseis. Angry at the dishonor of having his slave and glory taken away (He later mentions that he loves Briseis, his own slave). With the urging of his mother Thetis, Achilles refused to fight or lead his troops alongside the other Greek forces. At this same time, burning with rage over Agamemnon's theft, Achilles prayed to Thetis to convince Zeus to help the Trojans gain ground in the war, so that he may regain his honor. Zeus answered his prayers and the Trojan forces pushed the Greeks back to the beaches and started setting their ships ablaze. However, Achilles had still refused to do battle. Even after Agamemnon had sent three chieftains, Odysseus, Phoenix, and Ajax to offer him back Briseis and other gifts. As the Trojans started slaughtering the Greeks, Patroclus, took the armor of Achilles without Achilles or anyone else knowing and led the Myrmidons into battle. He pushed back the Trojans almost all the way to the city's walls, he would have attacked Troy if he had not been killed by Hector. Enraged over the death of Patroclus, Achilles ended his refusal to fight and took to the battlefield killing many men in his rage but the whole time he was only seeking out Hector. Achilles even engaged in battle with the river god Scamadar who became angry that Achilles was damming his waters with all the men he killed. The god tried to drown Achilles but was restrained by Hera and Hephaestus. Zeus himself took note of Achilles' rage and sent the gods to restrain him so that he would not go on to sack Troy itself, seeming to show that the unhindered rage of Achilles could defy fate itself because Troy was not destined to be destroyed just yet. As Achilles began to sack Troy Paris, still being in the city had shot an arrow at Achilles, which struck him directly in his heel, the only part of his whole body that could be compromised. It was at that moment when the great Achilles fell in battle.
How many men were killed by scylla?
It is said Scylla ate thousands of men as they passed by or tried to fight her. In particular, 6 of Odysseus' men were eaten as they came home from the Siege of Troy.
What city fell to the wooden horse?
Troy, though strictly it was the men hiding inside it!
What was Achilles' vulnerable spot?
His heel. And the way he treated other men, women and boys, he was a heel.
What was the name of Achilles personal army or group of 50 men in the movie TROY?
Myrmidons
How many men were in the boats the Greeks used to go to Troy?
"Achilles brought 50 ships to Troy. Each ship held 50 men, and the entire force was divided into five battalions whose five commanders answered to Achilles" (Iliad 16.180-183). If we assume that each ship was the same size, then according to Homer...50. But Achilles isn't a king. I think it may be safe to assume that all ships were not built the same ( depending on location, timber available) and that Agamemnon, and other kings (Odysseus - maybe Menelaus) may be able to afford "larger" ships?
How many men did Odysseus leave troy with?
86 men on 12 ships
Who was the micenaean king who led 1000 troops to troy?
Agamemnon and his brother Menelaus led the army against Troy, however there were many other kings and generals who joined him and marched against Troy. Some examples of the other kings and generals were Ajax, Achilles and Odysseus. Final note: The army was composed of 1000 ships not men. The estimated numbers of troops that attacked Troy are estimated to be between 70,000 and 130,000.
How did Achilles use his power for good in The Iliad?
By killing as many as he can in battle, where men win glory.
Who decided that it was time for Achilles to fight?
The person that decided for Achilles to come back, was a old,wise men Nestor.
How many men did Odysseus take into Polyphemus' cave?
Odysseus took 12 of his strongest men into Polyphemus' cave.
What motivates Achilles as he calls the men together?
Vengeance.
Who puts on Achilles' armor and what happens to him?
Patroclus, Achilles best friend, puts on his armor to put fear into the hearts of many Trojans. Patroclus killed many brave men such as Sarpedon, son of Zeus, but his fate was to die by the sword of Hector.
Why has the history of Trojan War fascinated so many people sure it is supported by the facts?
Well to me it was all about the Trojan Horse, this is when Achilles men fled and the left a big wooden horse and Achilles and about 20 other soldiers hid inside so the king hauled it into the city as a victory prize, but at night the soldiers snuck out and opened the gates to let the entire army into the city then the war had ended as Troy was burned to the ground.
What are differences in Achilles' character in Troy and Iliad?
In Iliad, they make it seem like Achilles is a horrible person, who kills hector but in the movie, Brad Pitt, who is playing Achilles is a good person and kills Hector because Hector kills Achilles's cousin..Hi,Just adding to the said above.In the Iliad, Homers portrayed Achilles as a God, who was as if he was immortal. As well as a disturbed, human being.Where in The Movie Troy, Achilles was believed to show "Human like emotions", As well as being a godlike creature who is Immortal.These Differences are shown in the scene in both the poem and the movie, where Priam King of Troy, goes to Achilles at the Greek WAR camp as for Prince Hectors Dead Body back.In the Iliad- Achilles says, that Hectors Body is for the dogs and the bird, to feed on. Where he shows NO emotion. King Priam Offered a ransom, for hectors body which was hectors weight in gold and one on Priams own Daughters hand in marriage.In the Movie- Achilles shows great emotion toward Priam, and even cried over Hectors body while wrapping Hectors body for Priam to Take back to Troy for His funeral.I hope I have helped!Eryn.Oh, by the way Achilles Cousin name was Patroculus who died in both the movie and the book. However, He wasn't only Achilles's cousin, he was also Achilles's Lover!
How many men were killed by scylla?
It is said Scylla ate thousands of men as they passed by or tried to fight her. In particular, 6 of Odysseus' men were eaten as they came home from the Siege of Troy.
