What are some unknown facts about Achilles?

These facts aren't unknown, but they are little-known, especially among the general public: Achilles does not appear to have been partially invulnerable in the earliest legends about him. He was just an exceptional warrior with godlike skills. read more

According to some ancient sources, Alexander believed he was given the shield of Achilles while visiting the ruins of Troy at the outset of his unprecedented military campaign in Asia. For more about Achilles and the other ancient heroes, check out my podcast Ancient Heroes on Soundcloud or iTunes. read more

If you love reading Greek mythology, then you should have considered these following facts about Achilles really interesting to read. Achilles, in Greek mythology, was a Greek hero of the Trojan War and the central character and greatest warrior of Homer’s Iliad. read more

Facts About Achilles December 29, 2012, cherran, 1 Comment In Greek mythology, Achilles is a prominent Greek hero from the Trojan War. Â He was the son of Peleus and Thetis, a sea nymph. Â Achilles is commonly characterized as a powerful leader possessing aggressive, warrior-like skills. read more