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= Discovery and Excavation of Troy = Text p.113-117 Write a brief biographical sketch of Heinrich Schliemann. Why did he believe the Hissarlik mound may be the site of ancient Troy?

How did Schliemann conduct his dig at Hissarlik? Read pages 10-11. What methods are used in modern archaeological digs? Would Schliemann's methods be acceptable by modern standards? What aspects of his methods could be considered unethical?
 * Archaeological methods **

What are Schliemann's achievements?


 * Using the information in Figure 9.10 and Table 9.2, state the level of occupation nominated by Schliemann, Dörpfeld and Blegen as the Trojan War level and the finds that were made at each of the levels.
 * Present your own argument for one of the levels as the Trojan War level.

**For discussion**: Is it necessary for archaeologists to prove that the Trojan War actually took place? What other value is there in the excavations of Troy?