The Siege of Troy

The Siege of Troy is a legendary event from Greek mythology, where Greek armies besieged the city of Troy for ten years to retrieve a stolen Greek queen, Helen. The Greeks employed a clever plan by building a large wooden horse to hide soldiers inside, pretending to gift it to the Trojans. Believing it was a peace offering, the Trojans brought the horse inside, allowing the Greek soldiers to emerge at night, opening the gates for their army, leading to the fall of Troy. This story highlights themes of cunning, deception, and the tragic consequences of war.