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There is a historical aspect to The Iliad (as demonstrated by passages like the list of ships) that could lead one to believe that a man named Achilles may indeed have been an outstanding soldier in a war outside Troy at the time that The Iliad was supposed to have taken place.
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Which body part is named after a war hero of Greek mythology?
The Achilles tendon, named after the hero Achilles.
What was the bullseye on Achilles?
The bullseye on Achilles was his heel. According to Greek mythology, Achilles was invulnerable except for his heel, where his mother Thetis held him as she dipped him into the River Styx to make him immortal.
Is troy the son of Achilles or Ares?
Troy is not the son of Achilles or Ares. In Greek mythology, Troy refers to the city of Troy, which is famously known for the Trojan War. Achilles is a Greek hero who fought in the Trojan War, while Ares is the Greek god of war.
Who injured Achilles?
Achilles was injured by an arrow shot by Paris, guided by Apollo, in his heel, which was his only vulnerable spot.
Did Achilles use the plant yarrow?
It is said that Achilles used yarrow to treat the wounds of his soldiers after the battle of Troy.
Did Achilles avenge Patroclus for killing hector?
Achilles avenges Patroclus by killing Hector.
What year did Achillies die?
Achilles is a mythological figure from Homers Iliad and was a Troyan war hero. In reality Achilles has never existed thus there is no real year of his death.
Was Achilles of Greece real person?
Achilles is a legendary figure from Greek mythology, primarily known from Homer's "Iliad." While he is not considered a historical person, he may have been inspired by a real warrior or hero from the ancient past. His story, including his role in the Trojan War, is a blend of myth and cultural memory rather than a record of a real individual's life. Thus, while Achilles himself is not real, the tales surrounding him have had a lasting impact on literature and culture.
What Greek hero defeated Hector in front of the walls of Troy?
Achilles
Was Achilles a true warrior or is it just make belief?
He is a mythological character he is real if you believe in him. He did fight at the battle of troy.
How did Odysseus kill Achilles?
Odysseus did not kill Achilles. Paris killed Achilles.
What were Achilles symbols?
The Shield of Achilles
Is your Achilles located on your foot?
Achilles often means the Achilles tendon, at the back of the heel.
What is the Greek god Achilles goddess for?
The goddess of Achilles is actually the "Mother" of Achilles and the answer is Thetis (The Mother of Achilles)
Was Achilles spartan?
No, Achilles is the leader of the Myrmidons.
How do you spell Achilles?
The correct spelling is 'achilles'.
When was Achilles shot?
Achilles was shot in 1066
