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Which Greek leader commanded the expedition against Troy in Greek legend?

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In Greek legend, the expedition against Troy was commanded by Agamemnon, the king of Mycenae or Argos.123

As the brother of Menelaus—whose wife, Helen, had been taken to Troy—Agamemnon served as the overall leader of the Greek forces during the Trojan War. His leadership was marked by significant events, including the sacrifice of his daughter Iphigeneia at Aulis to secure favorable winds for the Greek fleet and a famous dispute with the warrior Achilles.123