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Memnon (Greek:  Μέμνων) was an Aethiopian king and an ally of the Trojans during the Trojan War. He was a demigod, the son of Tithonus and Eos, the goddess of the dawn. As a warrior, he was considered to be almost Achilles' equal in prowess and skill. During the Trojan War, Memnon himself slew Antilochus in the middle of a fierce battle and was himself later killed by Achilles. The death of Memnon appears to echo that of Hector, another defender of Troy whom Achilles had also slain.

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  • The Departure of Memnon for Troy. Greek, circa 550-525 B.C.

    The departure of Memnon for Troy. Greek, circa 550-525 BC. Black-figure vase. Royal Museums of Art and History, Brussels, Belgium.

  • Combat between Achilles and Memnon, Grave amphora southern Italy, 330 BC

    Combat between Achilles (left) and Memnon (right). Grave amphora. Southern Italy, 330 BC

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