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(Archaeologist) Carl Blegen, a renowned American archaeologist, gained prominence for his excavations at the sites of Pylos in Greece and Troy in modern-day Turkey. He led the University of Cincinnati's excavations at the mound of Hisarlik, the presumed location of Troy, from 1932 to 1938. Blegen's archaeological endeavors uncovered important discoveries at these sites, providing valuable insights into ancient civilizations and enriching our knowledge of history. His thorough excavations and scholarly interpretations have established him as a trailblazer in the field of archaeology.