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Pergama

Definition

Pergama refers to the citadel of Troy, which was famously besieged by the Greeks in the Trojan War. It symbolizes the strength and resilience of a fortified city.

Related terms

Trojan War: The Trojan War was a legendary conflict between the Greeks and Trojans, sparked by the abduction of Helen, wife of Menelaus.

Achilles: Achilles was a Greek hero and central figure in the Trojan War known for his exceptional bravery and invulnerability (except for his heel).

Helen of Troy: Helen of Troy was said to be the most beautiful woman in the world whose abduction by Paris triggered the Trojan War.

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