Helen of Troy 3/10

with his mother Aethra at Athens. This abduction caused an invasion of Athens by Castor and Pollux, who captured Aethra in revenge, and returned their sister to Sparta. When it was time for Helen to marry, many kings and princes came to seek her hand, bringing rich gifts with them. During the contest, Castor and Pollux had a prominent role in dealing with the suitors, although the final decision was in the hands of Tyndareus. After the suitors swore not to retaliate, Menelaus was chosen to ...