To be a Cassandra

• This is an everyday expression which applies to when a person correctly warns others of an impending problem, but is disbelieved.

Origin of the Phrase

• Cassandra was the daughter of King Priam and Queen Hecuba of Troy, the city in Greek Mythology.
• Cassandra tried to warn the Trojans not to bring the Wooden Horse into the city.
• She had the gift of Prophesy but was fated never to be believed.
• The Trojans towed the wooden horse inside the walls of Troy, and closed the gates.
• During the night, the Greek soldiers inside the horse, emerged and opened the gates, letting the Greek army into the city, leading to the Fall of Troy.