What is relation between Achilles and Alexander?

Alexander the Great believed he was descended from Achilles through his mother's side of the family. According to the ancient sources, he was encouraged to idolize Achilles from the time he was a young boy. read more

Alexander the Great believed he was descended from Achilles through his mother’s side of the family. According to the ancient sources, he was encouraged to idolize Achilles from the time he was a young boy. read more

The Legend of Helen of Troy However, as the language is ambiguous, it is possible these men engaged in pederasty in a completely platonic fashion—Achilles was teacher of all things violent, political, or sexual in words rather than actions. read more