The Real Story of Troy | Myth and Reality | Human Voiced, No Ads

00:00:00 Introduction and Welcome 00:06:21 The Mythic Trojan War in Ancient Sources 00:15:56 Heroes and the Wrath of Achilles 00:21:14 The Wooden Horse and the Sack 00:28:41 Historical Record and Archaeology 00:36:05 From Legends to Spades 00:41:37 Layers of Troy 00:49:18 Archaeology and Myth Intertwined Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @asmr_historian   Check out my Patreon for Ad Free Viewing:   / asmrhistorian   Merch: https://histmerch.shop/ Journey to the legendary city of Troy, where myth and history intertwine on the shores of Bronze Age Anatolia. This video unpacks the timeless tales of Homer’s Iliad—from Helen’s fateful abduction and Achilles’ wrath to the cunning ruse of the Trojan Horse—while comparing them with groundbreaking archaeological discoveries at Hisarlik. Learn how scholars link Homeric names to Hittite records of “Wilusa,” how layers of ash reveal multiple destructions, and why Heinrich Schliemann’s 19th‑century excavations ignited a modern quest to separate fact from fiction. Moving beyond the battlefield, we explore Troy’s strategic role in Aegean trade, the daily life of its inhabitants, and the wider collapse of Bronze Age civilizations that reshaped the eastern Mediterranean. By blending epic poetry, ancient inscriptions, and cutting‑edge research, this deep dive reveals how the story of Troy evolved from oral tradition to cultural icon—shaping Greek identity, inspiring Roman emperors, and captivating audiences today. Whether you’re fascinated by archaeology, mythology, or military history, discover why Troy remains one of antiquity’s most compelling mysteries. Information sourced from Wiki, Gutenburg, JSTOR, primary and secondary sources. All information is congruent with archaeological and history evidence at the time of recording.