Brian Rose: Raider of the Lost Art(ifacts)

Brad Pitt? Orlando who? When it comes to “Troy,” these Hollywood stars may be pretty, but they’re pretty much rookies compared to University of Cincinnati archaeologist Brian Rose. He was at Troy for 15 years, leading digs that unearthed ancient gold jewelry, statuary and even an elaborately stylized coffin. Last fall, Rose’s phone started ringing. National Geographic, the BBC, USA Today, the History Channel and others were calling, wanting to hear the truth about Troy.

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