In Search of the Trojan War

In Search of the Trojan War

1985•7.4/10

Documentary

Ratings

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7.4/10(7)

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

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Language

EN

Status

Ended

First Aired

February 24, 1985

Last Aired

March 31, 1985

Networks

BBC Two

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

US

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Seasons & Episodes

Select a season to view episodes. Reddit links may contain spoilers.

Season

E1

The Age of Heroes

Air date: 1985-02-24

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

E2

The Legend Under Siege

Air date: 1985-03-03

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.

E3

The Singer of Tales

Air date: 1985-03-10

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

E4

The Woman of Troy

Air date: 1985-03-17

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

E5

Empire of the Hittites

Air date: 1985-03-24

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

E6

The Fall of Troy

Air date: 1985-03-31

The Trojan conflict and the Mediterranean late Bronze Age collapse.

Cast

Michael Wood

Michael Wood

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