The Trojan War
⭐ MasteredIn Greek legend, the Trojan War was a long conflict between the Greeks and the city of Troy. The story ends with the famous Trojan Horse, a wooden horse used to sneak soldiers inside.
Homer's poem the Iliad describes events from the Trojan War.
All about The Trojan War
In Greek legend, the Trojan War was a long conflict between the Greeks and the city of Troy. The story ends with the famous Trojan Horse, a wooden horse used to sneak soldiers inside.
Homer’s epic poems tell the story of the war.
The war began when a Trojan prince took Helen, the wife of a Greek king. The Greeks laid siege to Troy for ten years before winning with a famous wooden horse.
Many historians think the story mixes true events with myth, but it remains one of the most famous stories in the world.
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Real-life uses of The Trojan War
- Studying Greek myths
- Learning about epic poetry
- Understanding ancient storytelling
Frequently asked questions about The Trojan War
What was the Trojan Horse?
A wooden horse used to sneak soldiers into Troy.
Who wrote about the Trojan War?
Homer.