Achilles’ Heel and the Fall of Troy: Separating Myth from History
About this episode
This episode explores the historical reality behind the legendary Trojan War and the archaeological discoveries related to it.
Explore the real story behind the legendary Trojan War in this episode of History Well Told Podcast . Was Troy a myth or a historical reality? Dive deep with us as we uncover archaeological discoveries, including Heinrich Schliemann’s controversial excavation of Hisarlik, now identified as Troy, and piece together the truth behind Homer’s Iliad. We separate fact from fiction in the dramatic tales of Helen, Paris, Achilles, and the infamous Trojan Horse. Discover the enduring fascination of Troy and how its legend continues to captivate our imagination thousands of years later. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
People in this episode
Host: Prime
Topics covered
- Trojan War
- myth vs history
- archaeology
- Homer
- Troy
- legend
Keywords
- Trojan War
- Troy
- Heinrich Schliemann
- Homer’s Iliad
- archaeology
- mythology
- Achilles
- Helen
- Paris
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Homer’s Iliad, Trojan Horse
Places: Hisarlik, Troy
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