In Greek mythology, Hect?r (, "holding fast"This etymology is given under [LINK: http://www.etymonline.com/index.php?search=hector&searchmode=none] Hector in the Online Etymological Dictionary, which, if true, would make it an Indo-European name, of root [LINK: http://www.bartleby.com/61/roots/IE445.html] *se?h-. The Dardanians would not have been Greek, but the language of the city of Troy is still an open question.), or Hekt?r, is a Trojan prince and one of the greatest fighters in the Trojan War.He is the son of Priam and Hecuba, descendant of Dardanus, ancient king of the Dardanians, who lived under Mount Ida, and of Tros, the founder of Troy.The Iliad, Book XX (????? ? 215ff) He acts as leader of the Trojans and their allies in the defense of Troy. Hector is one of the Nine Worthies, as he is known not only for his courage but also for his noble nature.

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