# Troy explained — Bulfinch’s Mythology

> Chapter companion for Bulfinch’s Mythology by Thomas Bulfinch.

## What happens

This chapter discusses the historical uncertainty surrounding the city of Troy, focusing on the archaeological excavations conducted by Henry Schliemann in the late 19th century at Hissarlik. Schliemann uncovered multiple layers of settlements and claimed to have found 'Priam's Treasure,' though scholars remain divided on the historical significance of these discoveries.

## Character check-ins

### King Priam

Mentioned in relation to the treasure Schliemann claimed to have found, referred to as 'Priam's Treasure.'

## Key lines

> The facts relating to the city of Troy are still unknown to history.

Historians have not yet established the definitive facts about the city of Troy.

_Opens the chapter by emphasizing the historical mystery surrounding Troy._

> Schliemann excavated down below the ruins of three or four settlements, each revealing an earlier civilization, and finally came upon some royal jewels and other relics said to be 'Priam's Treasure.'

Schliemann dug through several layers of ancient settlements and eventually discovered royal jewels and artifacts that were claimed to be the treasure of King Priam.

_Describes the key archaeological findings at Hissarlik._

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