Strat Chat: Troy – Digging Deeper into the Layers of Legend - Ep 321

About this episode

This episode explores the complex history and archaeological significance of Troy, including its stratigraphy and the Trojan War.

In Episode 321 of The Archaeology Show, we take a deep dive into the long and complex history of Troy. We discuss the stratigraphy of the site, starting from modern times and moving backward through key periods, including the famous era of the Trojan War as described by Homer. The episode covers the archaeological discoveries, the evolution of the city's fortifications, trade networks, burial practices, and cultural significance. We also delve into the early archaeological excavations and the ongoing debate about the historicity of the Trojan War.

People in this episode

Host: Archaeology Podcast Network

Topics covered

• archaeology
• Troy
• stratigraphy
• Trojan War
• cultural significance
• excavations

Keywords

• Troy
• archaeology
• Trojan War
• stratigraphy
• excavations
• cultural significance
• fortifications

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Homer

Places: Troy

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