Hector

Hector, in Greek mythology, leader and greatest hero of the Trojan troops during the Trojan War. He was the eldest son of Priam and Hecuba, the husband of Andromache, and the father by her of Astyanax. In the Iliad he is portrayed as the courageous mainstay of Trojan resistance. He was killed by Achilles in revenge for the death of Patroclus. Hector had several hero cults, most notably at Troy and Thebes.

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Hector

In Greek legend, the eldest son of Priam and Hecuba, the husband of Andromache, and the chief warrior of the Trojan army. In Homer's Iliad he is notable not only for his military prowess but also for his nobility of character. He was a favorite of Apollo, who helped him slay Achilles' friend Patroclus in combat; in reprisal, Achilles killed Hector in battle and dragged his naked body around the walls of Troy.

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Hector

captain and chief hero of Trojan forces. [Rom. Lit.: Aeneid; Metamorphoses]

See : Bravery

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hector

street gang member (early 1600s). [Br. Hist.: Espy, 40]

See : Bullying

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Hector

bravely defended Troy against Greek siege for ten years. [Gk. Lit.: Iliad]

See : Defender

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Hector

King Priam’s son; dies fighting for Troy. [Gk. Lit.: Iliad]

See : Heroism