Both men were wealthy and passionate about archaeology. They were drawn to the idea of uncovering ancient civilizations and were willing to spend their own money to do so. Both men were also controversial figures. Schliemann was criticized for his methods of excavation, which were considered to be destructive, while Evans was criticized for his reconstruction of the Minoan palace of Knossos. However, both men made significant contributions to archaeology and their work has had a lasting impact on our understanding of the ancient world.