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History Daily

History Daily

The Fraudulent Discovery of Troy

JUN 15, 202617 MIN
History Daily

The Fraudulent Discovery of Troy

JUN 15, 202617 MIN

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<div><p>June 15, 1873. Controversial archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann packs up his dig site, claiming he’s discovered “The Treasure of Priam,” which he says is proof he’s found the lost city of Troy.</p></div><ul><li> <strong>Support the show!</strong> Join <a href="https://intohistory.com/">Into History</a> for ad-free listening and more.</li></ul><div> <p><br>History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.</p><p>Go to <a href="http://historydaily.com/">HistoryDaily.com</a> for more history, daily.</p></div>