Everything Everywhere Daily The Trojan War (Encore)
Feb 10, 2025
Discover the epic tale of the Trojan War, blending history and myth from over 3,200 years ago. Explore the fateful choices of Paris and Helen that ignited a legendary conflict. Delve into the cunning of the infamous Trojan Horse and the prolonged siege of Troy. Learn about the archaeological discoveries that link to this iconic event, including the remarkable excavations by Heinrich Schliemann. Unpack the cultural significance that has kept this story alive through the ages.
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Trojan War Overview
- The Trojan War, a key event in the Bronze Age, is famous through works like Homer's Iliad and Odyssey.
- It involved figures like Achilles, Odysseus, and Helen, inspiring many cultural references.
Cause and Siege of Troy
- Helen of Troy's abduction, or elopement, by Paris sparked the Trojan War.
- The Greeks, including legendary figures, besieged Troy for ten years to retrieve her.
Trojan Horse Trick
- Odysseus devised the Trojan Horse trick, a wooden horse left as a supposed gift to Athena.
- Greek soldiers hid inside, enabling them to open Troy's gates and end the siege.
