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202484 minPG-13documentary

Archaeology Historical Events

The Alexander Complex

202484 minPG-13documentary

Thousands of tons of gold and precious jewels are said to be hidden in the tomb of Alexander the Great, according to an Algerian ex-soldier.

Archaeology Historical Events

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Neasa Ní Chianáin

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Thousands of tons of gold and precious jewels are said to be hidden in the tomb of Alexander the Great, according to an Algerian ex-soldier.

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Neasa Ní Chianáin

Neasa Ní Chianáindirector

Etienne Essarywriter

Neasa Ní Chianáin

Neasa Ní Chianáinwriter

Synopsis

An Algerian ex-soldier, known as The Inventor, claims to have discovered the long-lost tomb of Alexander the Great in Jordan. He asserts that the site contains vast treasures, including thousands of tons of gold and precious jewels. A group of international explorers, operating under pseudonyms to protect their identities, gathers to investigate this claim. Their quest intertwines intrigue, politics, and the allure of ancient history, as they seek to solve the mystery surrounding one of humanity's most significant figures.

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