In ancient Greek myth, the aegis was a shield that Hephaestus, the god of iron-working, made for Zeus, which he sometimes lent to his daughter Athena. Usually, it is associated with Athena.
English word: The word aegis also means a shield, and is the name given to a class of guided missile cruisers, and to many businesses.
English word: The word aegis also means a shield, and is the name given to a class of guided missile cruisers, and to many businesses.
