The Iliad · Character
Menestheus
Greek leader of the Athenians.
minor
Also known as brave Menestheus
First appearance: the iliad
Menestheus shows up with force in Book XII: The Battle at the Grecian Wall. The page is where that presence becomes real.
Commands the tower under attack by the Lycians and summons Ajax and Teucer for help.
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- Supporting Mortals and Divine Agents
- Major Greek and Trojan Figures
- Protagonist
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