Eventually, Achilles’ closest companion, Patroclus, entered the battle dressed in Achilles’ armor. His disguise was a success, and he slew the Trojan hero Sarpedon.

Oct 17, 2024 · One of the most significant instances of loyalty is Patroclus’s decision to don Achilles’s armor, a move that symbolizes not only his desire to protect his friend but also his …

Now at Achilles' urging (lines 101 to 256), Patroclus dons Achilles' armor while Achilles rallies his troops, and Achilles prays to Zeus for his success and safe return.

Aug 25, 2025 · In the epic tradition of Homer's Iliad, the friend of Achilles who wears his armor into battle is Patroclus. Patroclus and Achilles share a deep bond, with Patroclus often acting …

By choosing to wear Achilles' armor and lead the Myrmidons into battle, Patroclus demonstrates his commitment not only to the Greek cause but also to his friend’s legacy.

Seeing destruction approaching and his companions falling, Patroclus, with tears in his eyes, begs Achilles to let him enter the battle, wearing his divine armor.

Agamemnon is arrogant and selfish and his actions trigger a series of defeats against the Achaeans by the Trojans when Achilles leaves the military. Achilles’s beloved friend and …

Jun 9, 2025 · Patroclus is not only Achilles’ closest companion but also his trusted confidant on and off the battlefield. When Patroclus dons Achilles’ armor to rally the Greek forces, it is a …

Patroclus was killed by Hector during the Battle of Troy, while wearing Achilles' armor. Hector, thinking he had killed Achilles, removed his helmet to see his face, realized it wasn't him and …

Mar 21, 2011 · Eventually, Achilles’ best friend, the soldier Patroclus, was able to wrangle a compromise: Achilles would not fight, but he would let Patroclus use his armor as a disguise.