The legend of the Trojan Horse originates from the ancient Greek epic, the Odyssey. According to the myth, the Greeks constructed this large wooden horse as a deceptive gift to the besieged Trojans. Concealed within the horse were elite Greek warriors, who, once brought inside the city walls of Troy, launched a surprise attack, leading to the fall of Troy. This tale highlights themes of cleverness, strategy, and the consequences of deception.