Hecuba facts for kids

Hecuba (also called Hekuba or Hekabe) was a very important queen in Greek mythology. She was the wife of King Priam of Troy, a famous city from ancient times. Hecuba was known for her strength and sorrow, especially during and after the terrible Trojan War.

Hecuba's Family

Hecuba and King Priam had many children, both sons and daughters. Some of their most famous children were:

• Sons:
  • Hector: The bravest warrior of Troy, who led the Trojan army.
  • Paris: The prince whose actions started the Trojan War by taking Helen.
  • Deiphobos
  • Helenos
  • Polydoros
• Daughters:
  • Kassandra: A prophetess who could see the future but was never believed.
  • Polyxena: A young princess who faced a tragic end after the war.
  • Ilione
  • Creusa
  • Laodice

Hecuba and the Trojan War

Hecuba lived through the long and brutal Trojan War. This war lasted for ten years and brought great suffering to her city and family. She saw many of her beloved children, including her brave son Hector, die defending Troy.

After the city of Troy was finally defeated by the Greeks, Hecuba's life changed completely. She was no longer a queen. Instead, she was taken captive and forced to serve Odysseus, one of the Greek heroes who fought in the war. Her story is one of great sadness and loss, showing the harsh consequences of war.

Images for kids

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  The death of Hector on a Roman sarcophagus, c. 200 AD

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  Hecuba and Polyxena by Merry-Joseph Blondel

See also

In Spanish: Hécuba para niños