Iliad Dbq

We have many people we consider heroes but there are many diverse types of heroes. The Iliad, an epic about the revenge of Achilles against Hector for slaying Patroclus, there are two types of heroes: an epic hero and a modern hero. The Iliad is set in the 12th to 13th century during a war with the Trojans and the Greeks caused by the love affair between Helen and Paris. Although Hector and Achilles are both heroes, Achilles is an epic hero while Hector is a modern hero due to particular attributes. Granted, Achilles is the epic hero of the story because he obtains help from the gods and learns a valuable lesson at the end of his journey. Document B states, “An epic hero: receives help from gods/ supernatural beings.” Greek mythology engages in a vast role within this epic because of the interference and assistance they give to guide fate. An example of this is when Achilles is pursuing Hector around Troy to execute him however they are running at equivalent speeds. Athena goes to Achilles and instructs him to wait for a bit as she gets Hector to fight him with the knowledge that Hector cannot prevail. Athena resolves to deceive Hector by disguising herself and impersonating Hector’s brother. She declares that between the both of them they can take Achilles henceforth Hector agreed and took his position to engage in battle. Furthermore, Achilles learns a vital moral at
He is a modern hero because of his service to his community and voluntarily fighting in war. Hector serviced his community by being the best warrior in Troy and protecting his people (Document A). He was well liked by many people thus many people mourned his death. Hector also voluntarily fought in the war (Document A). Although Hector had a family, a wife and son, he still fought in war. He didn’t back away and lead a safe cowardly life but instead fought to protect his father’s kingdom. Fighting in the war led to his death but he still faced