About Polites

In Greek mythology, Polites was the legitimate son of King Priam and Queen Hecuba, known for his swiftness. He was a brother of 49 other children. He was killed by Neoptolemus (Pyrrhus), son of Achilles, who then also killed Polites' father. He is also known by his family as "defender of Troy."

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mythological Greek character, Trojan prince, son of Priam

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