Greeks Enter Troy: The Horse Deceives a City
Greek warriors burst from the wooden horse to open the gates of Troy, allowing their army to sack the city and end a decade-long siege. This decisive breach shattered Hittite influence in the region and cemented Greek dominance across the Aegean for centuries.
April 24, 1184 BC
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