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Paris

Also known as Alexander, Alexandros

mythological son of Priam, king of Troy

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Paris was a figure in ancient Greek mythology, known as the son of King Priam of Troy. He is most famous for his role in triggering the Trojan War when he abducted Helen, the wife of a Greek king, an event that led to a massive conflict between the Greeks and Trojans.

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Encyclopedic overview

The 'Trojan Archer' or 'Paris', from the west pediment of the Temple of Aphaia, ca. 505–500 BC, Munich.Paris (Ancient Greek: Πάρις, romanized: Páris), also known as Alexander (Ancient Greek: Ἀλέξανδρος, romanized: Aléxandros), is a figure from Greek mythology who appears in the numerous stories about the Trojan War, including the Iliad. He was prince of Troy, son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba, and younger brother of Prince Hector. His elopement with Helen sparks the Trojan War, during which he fatally wounds Achilles.

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