Capys
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In Greek mythology, Capys was a name attributed to three individuals:
- A son of Assaracus and Aigesta or Themiste or Clytodora (daughter of Laomedon) and father of Anchises and so grandfather of Aeneas. He, or a different Capys, founded the city of Capua.[1]
- The Trojan, who warned not to bring the Trojan horse into the city.
- A descendant of Aeneas and king of Alba Longa.
According to Roman sources, in the Etruscan language the word "capys" meant 'hawk' or 'falcon' (or possibly 'eagle' or 'vulture').
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