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American Vesuvius focuses on the eruption of Mount Vesuvius on August 25, 79 AD, which resulted in the destruction of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum. The film features paleontologist and archaeologist Charles Pellegrino, who uses forensic archaeology to study the preserved evidence of the victims' last moments. Pellegrino's research provides insights into the catastrophic event and its impact on the ancient world.
The documentary also draws connections between the ancient disaster and the collapse of the World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. Pellegrino discusses the similarities in the suddenness and scale of destruction in both events, using interviews and detailed evidence processing to illustrate these parallels.
Why Watch
- •Meet Charles Pellegrino, a leading forensic archaeologist.
- •See the preserved evidence of Vesuvius's victims.
- •Find out how Vesuvius relates to 9/11.
Did You Know
•Mount Vesuvius erupted on August 25, 79 AD.
•The eruption destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum.
•Charles Pellegrino is the author of Ghosts of Vesuvius.
•The World Trade Center collapsed on September 11, 2001.
Perfect For
Volcanology enthusiastsHistory buffsDisaster studies