Troy: The True Story Behind the Movie – Myth or Historical Fact?

Was the Trojan War really just a myth – or is there more truth to it than Hollywood suggests? In this video, we uncover the real history behind the movie Troy (2004) starring Brad Pitt. Discover what archaeologists like Heinrich Schliemann truly found, which city lies behind Homer’s Troy, and whether the war actually happened. ➡️ We cover: The excavations at Hisarlik Troy VIIa as the real setting Hittite texts and historical evidence What Hollywood gets right and wrong And why the Trojan War had more to do with politics than with love 📍 Watch now to uncover the full truth about Troy – exciting, well-researched, and surprising! 📌 Don’t forget to subscribe to the channel for more real history behind famous films. 💬 What do you think: Did the Trojan War really happen, or is it just a legend? Let us know in the comments! Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:38 The Man Who Found Troy 1:45 The Real Troy? 2:52 Did the Trojan War Really Happen? 3:48 What the Movie Gets Right – and Wrong 4:20 Outro 🎬 Welcome to Five Minute Past – History in 5 minutes. We break down epic moments, forgotten battles, and world-changing events into short, visual explainers. From ancient empires to modern turning points, we tell the real stories behind the headlines, myths, and movies. ⚔️ Clear. Concise. Historical. New videos every week. 👉 Subscribe to learn history fast – without losing the depth. #Troy #TrojanWar #TrueStory #Archaeology #FilmVsReality #AncientHistory #Homer #MythOrTruth #UnderstandHistory #TroyMovie #Documentary #Historical #BradPitt #HeinrichSchliemann #TroyExplained