Beware of Greeks..... - Page 3© Anita Stratos
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May 23, 2000
The most widely held explanation of Troy's fall is that a real war did take place around 1250 BC, but not over the beauty of a woman. Rather, experts feel that because Troy controlled a key sailing route between the Aegean and Black Seas, it was a very wealthy civilization. This alone would make Troy the target of attacks from rival city-states.
Archaeologists have uncovered the existence of approximately 8 different Troys, each built atop the one before. Charred stones indicate the burning of the city, and many urns and other pieces of pottery, some still containing their original holdings of grain and beans, have been recovered. Paintings on some of the intact vases and jugs tell the story of various events of Troy. The discoveries made at Troy are considered to be among the most famous in the world. Now go back to my "Welcome" page and make your opinion count in a poll about Troy and the Trojan War. Thanks for participating!
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Very insightful and thought provoking article. Having read both the Iliad and the Odyssey, I have always perceived the Iliad as the historical telling of Troy's fall, while the Odyssey was an adventu ...
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Once again, you have done a great article. The ancient Greeks had a good story to tell. Why should anyone question whether it is factual or not. You have a talent for telling the story and letting t ...
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