To one, Achilles may not be a God or mortal who is given the respect that he might deserve. ... When the Greeks were doing horribly in the battle, Agamemnon sends Odysseus, Phoenix, and Ajax to apologize to Achilles on his behalf and ask him to return to the battle. ... It is said that heroes are born into eminence, however they also are watched over by the people through their public actions and especially by courageous performance in combat. ... He saw many of his men dying and their army tumbling. ... He wanted the Greeks to see through his eyes, which Agamemnon truly was. ...

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