In Search of the Trojan War

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Michael Wood examines how far the historical and archeological evidence matches with the tale of the Trojan War.

Seasons

6 Episodes • Premiered 1985

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1. The Age of Heroes

The story of the Trojan War. The lost treasure of Troy. Account of Heinrich Schliemann's life and research on Troy.

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2. The Legend Under Siege

Wilhelm Dörpfeld research. Arthur Evans' discoveries and theories. Carl Blegen's findings, the Linear-B deciphering and the role of both in Trojan War credibility.

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3. The Singer of Tales

The role and long time fidelity of oral traditions. Homer's reliability challenged.

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4. The Woman of Troy

Plundering in Bronze Age. The taking of women and children as slaves and their economic and political role. The recent African slavery parallel.

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5. Empire of the Hittites

Decisive documental evidence from the Hittites. Recurrent conflicts with the Mycenaeans.

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6. The Fall of Troy

The Trojan conflict and the Mediterranean late Bronze Age collapse.

Cast

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Michael Wood

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