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Clydon

In Greek mythology, Clydon was a member of the Ethiopian army who participated in the Trojan War.

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In Greek mythology, Clydon (Ancient Greek: Κλύδω means ‘wave, billow’) was a member of the Ethiopian army who participated in the Trojan War.1

Mythology

Clydon followed his leader, King Memnon, to fight on the side of the Trojans during the Trojan War.

“. . .To right, to left
His (i.e. Mennon) stalwart helpers wrought in battle-toil,
Alcyoneus and Nychius, and the son
Of Asius furious-souled; Meneclus' spear,
Clydon and Alexippus, yea, a host
Eager to chase the foe, men who in fight
Quit them like men, exulting in their king.”2
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  1. Quintus Smyrnaeus, 2.365
  2. Quintus Smyrnaeus, 2.362-367