Odysseus’ Ithaca Found?
Posted on October 26, 2005
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For almost 3,000 years, its location has been a mystery, but classical scholars around the world are now convinced that a British businessman and amateur archaeologist with a passion for Homer has found the island of Ithaca, home of the Greek hero Odysseus and the site of his palace.
Say thank you to Marvin for this one.
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