There are nine layers of Troy, labeled Troy I to Troy IX, with some subdivisions.
When looking at ancient and modern accounts of Troy before Schliemann, it is important to note that each of these accounts could be referring to different layers of Troy, and not just the same city.
It is important to remember that we are looking at Homer's Troy. As historians, we are unpacking the myth and legend surrounding Troy. Because different ancient and modern accounts can refer to different layers of Troy, it has been difficult for historians to confirm there was a Trojan War.
We are now going to take a virtual tour of the layers of Troy.
You will each be assigned to a different layer of Troy to explore!
When looking at ancient and modern accounts of Troy before Schliemann, it is important to note that each of these accounts could be referring to different layers of Troy, and not just the same city.
It is important to remember that we are looking at Homer's Troy. As historians, we are unpacking the myth and legend surrounding Troy. Because different ancient and modern accounts can refer to different layers of Troy, it has been difficult for historians to confirm there was a Trojan War.
We are now going to take a virtual tour of the layers of Troy.
You will each be assigned to a different layer of Troy to explore!