In Greek mythology, the young son of Hector and Andromache who was killed during the Trojan War.
From Greek 'Astyanax' (Ἀστυάναξ), composed of 'asty' (city) and 'anax' (king), literally meaning 'king of the city.' The name reflects his status as a royal prince of Troy.
Astyanax's tragic death—hurled from Troy's walls by the Greeks—became one of ancient literature's most heartbreaking scenes, symbolizing the destruction of an entire civilization and the cost of war on innocent families.
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