The hero known for his role in the Trojan War and his journey home to Ithaca is Odysseus. Celebrated for his intelligence and cunning, he led the Greeks in the Trojan War and is famous for devising the Trojan Horse strategy that led to victory. His journey home is chronicled in The Odyssey, where he faces numerous trials, including mythical creatures and divine challenges, reflecting themes of perseverance, loyalty, and the longing for home.