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Analysis: The Greek Myth Of The Constellation Aquila

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The Greek myth of the Constellation Aquila is that during the 10 year year war between Zeus ' followers and the titans, An eagle called Aquila was at Zeus ' side waiting to carry his thunderbolts down to kill the titans.The eagle was given the constellation Aquila because of the eagles loyalty. It is also said that the gods were in need of a new waiter, someone to carry fresh nectar to the gods. It was only fitting that such a position be held by the most beautiful youth on Earth. So Zeus summoned his faithful Aquila, saying: "Go down to Earth and sweep your great wings over the land until your jewel-like eyes find the most beautiful youth in the land, and then deliver him to the Great Hall of the Gods." One day he saw a youth tending a
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