Priam

Priam is a figure from ancient Greek mythology, known as the king of Troy during the Trojan War. He was a wise and compassionate leader who ruled his city with a sense of duty and care for his people. Priam is most famous for his grief over the loss of his children and his poignant plea to Achilles to return the body of his son Hector. His story highlights themes of family loyalty, tragedy, and the human cost of war. Historically, Priam symbolizes the archetype of a noble, though tragic, monarch facing devastating circumstances.