Al-Muthanna ibn Haritha vs Hector of Troy

Al-Muthanna ibn Haritha, as a tribal chief, initiated the first Muslim military campaigns into Sasanian Iraq. He led successful raids against Persian garrisons, paving the way for the larger Muslim conquest of Iraq.

Al-Muthanna commanded the Muslim forces at the Battle of the Bridge against the Sasanian army. The Muslims suffered a heavy defeat, and al-Muthanna was wounded. This setback temporarily halted the Muslim advance into Iraq.

Al-Muthanna rallied the Muslim forces after the defeat at the Bridge and won a decisive victory at the Battle of Buwaib against the Sasanians. This victory restored Muslim momentum and led to the eventual conquest of Iraq.

Hector confronted Patroclus outside the walls of Troy after Apollo had stunned him. Hector struck Patroclus with a spear through the belly, killing him. He then stripped Achilles' armor from Patroclus's body and wore it himself.

Achilles, seeking revenge for Patroclus, chased Hector around the walls of Troy three times. Hector finally turned to fight but was killed by a spear thrust to the throat. Achilles dragged his body behind his chariot.

Hector led the Trojan army in a massive assault that broke through the Greek wall and reached the ships. He attempted to set fire to the ships, which would have stranded the Greeks in Troy.

Despite his family's pleas, Hector chose to face Achilles alone outside the walls of Troy. He initially ran but later stood his ground, knowing he would likely die, to defend his city and family honor.