Trojan War: Did it really happen?

Before Christianity, the Greeks lacked a sacred text akin to the Bible, with Homer being the closest reference. His epics, the Iliad and the Odyssey, are considered foundational works of Greek and European literature. The identity of Homer remains debated, with various cities claiming him as their own. The Iliad focuses on Achilles' wrath during the Trojan War, while the Odyssey narrates Odysseus's ten-year journey home. The historical accuracy of the Trojan War, as depicted by Homer, is questioned, with some scholars doubting its existence. Heinrich Schliemann believed in the historical basis of the Iliad and excavated sites like Troy, but his methods were criticized. The lack of definitive archaeological evidence raises skepticism about the war's authenticity. The Greek Dark Ages followed a series of disasters, leading to a cultural decline until a resurgence in the 8th century BC, when writing and trade were revived, and the concept of citizenship began to emerge.