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The Akkadian Empire, established in 2334 BCE across Mesopotamia, thrived for 140 years before its mysterious collapse, prompting archaeological investigations in the region.
India's civilization, with roots tracing back to the Indus Valley around 3500 BC, has maintained its cultural and religious systems for over 5,000 years.
A team of archaeologists in Iraq uncovers evidence of a 2,500-year-old site of worship linked to the legendary Tower of Babel.
Multiple gigantic skeletons, measuring between seven and eight feet tall, are discovered in West Virginia, raising questions about their origins and historical suppression.
Some two million years ago, early humans began using simple stone implements for cutting, marking a significant development in human history.
A mile-deep chasm formed between Africa and Arabia created the Red Sea, which is home to diverse marine life and unique coral ecosystems.
Beer was a key factor in the Agricultural Revolution around 9,000 BC, leading to the establishment of the first civilizations in Mesopotamia.
Atmospheric footage shows British and Indian troops in Baghdad from 1917 to 1920.
Mesopotamia, between the Tigris and Euphrates, reveals ancient Sumerian civilization and cuneiform.
Anitta took the title of Great King after defeating local rulers and destroying their cities, marking a significant shift in Hittite power dynamics.
Asmahan teaches belly dancing at Pineapple in London's Covent Garden, tracing its Mesopotamian roots.
The First World War is examined through original news reports and interactive maps, showcasing diverse perspectives and rarely-seen footage from 1914 to 1918.
More than half a million Iraqi children have died due to the economic sanctions imposed on Iraq, according to Dr Huda, the only woman in Saddam Hussein's cabinet.
Sumer and Babylon highlight the significance of the epic Gilgamesh and the Tower of Babel.
Less than 40,000 Marsh Arabs remain in Iraq, a sharp decline from an estimated quarter of a million in the early 1990s, as they face ongoing challenges in their communities.
40,000 Roman soldiers faced 10,000 Parthian cavalry at the Battle of Carrhae in 53 BC, resulting in a devastating defeat for Rome.
The Akkadian Empire, formed in 2334 BCE, faced a sudden collapse due to potential warfare, abandonment, or natural disasters like El Niño.
World War I is examined through original news reports and interactive maps, showcasing diverse perspectives and rarely-seen footage from various battlefronts.
