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Arles, once a Roman colony founded by Julius Caesar in 46 BCE, showcases impressive Roman architecture that reflects the city's historical significance in Gaul.
The Viking Age, which began in 793 AD, came to an end through a combination of factors that shaped the course of European history.
Egyptian hieroglyphics were transformed by Hebrew slaves into a phonetic writing system, laying the groundwork for the development of the alphabet.
A recently discovered mummified hand from the 18th century may provide crucial insights into the location of Cleopatra's tomb in ancient Egypt.
Ancient structures, advanced technologies, and sacred sites worldwide are examined through the lens of theories suggesting extraterrestrial influence on humanity's history.
Oak Island, located off the coast of Nova Scotia, is the focus of investigation by brothers Marty and Rick Lagina as they explore theories about its buried treasure and historical mysteries.
Pepi II's tomb in Saqqara, adorned with ancient texts, is examined by experts seeking to solve its enduring mysteries and Egypt's oldest religious writings.
Leonard Clark documents over 1,000 shipwrecks in the Magdalen Islands' marine mysteries.
The Draken, the largest reconstructed Viking ship, retraces the ancient route to North America, revealing new insights about Viking exploration and interactions with Indigenous peoples.
Mount Vesuvius poses a significant threat to Pompeii, prompting archaeologists to employ modern technology to protect the ancient site from potential destruction.
Saint Helena, mother of Emperor Constantine I, played a crucial role in establishing Christianity as the official state religion of the Roman Empire in the fourth century.
In 1911, American explorer Hiram Bingham discovered Machu Picchu, a significant Inca site located 10,000 feet above sea level in the Andes Mountains.
In modern-day Israel, a team of archaeologists investigates ancient sites like Jericho and Masada to explore the historical accuracy of the Exodus narrative.
Saqqara, Egypt's largest archaeological site and home to its oldest pyramid, is being explored using advanced 3D laser-imaging technology to reveal ancient secrets.
Bibracte, the ancient city of the Aedui tribe in Burgundy, reveals its advanced defenses and Roman influences through modern archaeological techniques like LIDAR.
In Caerleon, Wales, archaeologists from Cardiff University have revealed a 2,000-year-old Roman villa complex that offers insights into Rome's control of its western frontier.
More than 40 WWII shipwrecks are plundered in what is called the world's biggest grave robbery.
Vindolanda, located near Hadrian's Wall, has been the site of extensive archaeological excavations revealing insights into Roman life on the empire's northwestern frontier.
2300 years ago, the Celts occupied vast territories across Europe and the Middle East, often fighting among themselves and against common enemies.
Nearly 4 billion bricks were used to construct the Great Wall of China, which spans over 21,000 kilometers across 15 provinces.
In the Wadi Qumran, the Dead Sea Scrolls, dating before AD 100, reveal significant insights into early Judaism and the possible connections to John the Baptist.
Titanosaur fossils, submerged Mayan caves, and a thirty-two-ship whaling disaster are explored by 's Drain the Oceans team using advanced technology.
Aerial photos reveal crop marks indicating a Roman fort and town covering 24 acres in North Norfolk, suggesting a significant site of occupation.
Excavation efforts near the Money Pit on Oak Island reveal timber, blue clay, and groundwater, prompting investigations into historical flood tunnels and hidden vaults.
Beneath the medieval churchyard of Caster in Cambridgeshire, archaeologists investigate the Roman Praetorium, revealing its monumental foundations and mosaic floors.
The Colosseum, a symbol of ancient Rome, faces significant threats as restorationists and historians work to preserve its rich history and structural integrity.
In the Black Sea, a team led by chief scientist Jon Adams uncovers a perfectly preserved 1,200-year-old Byzantine merchant vessel during a major maritime archaeological expedition.
Cleopatra's death remains a historical enigma, prompting leading Egyptian experts to investigate the circumstances surrounding her demise and the location of her burial.
Up to 300 Black residents were killed and countless homes and businesses destroyed during the 1921 Tulsa race massacre, a largely forgotten chapter of American history.
Menkaure's unfinished red granite pyramid in Giza highlights the limited legacy he left compared to his predecessors in ancient Egypt.
Seventeen people connected to the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb died under mysterious circumstances, fueling rumors of a pharaoh's curse.
The legend of El Dorado, sought by Spanish conquistadors, is explored through the efforts of explorers like Thierry Jamin in Peru and José Pérez-Gómez in Venezuela.
The Dead Sea's unique environment is explored for its potential connection to the biblical cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, examining their historical significance.
Over a billion Muslims pray towards a black rock in Mecca, but new research suggests the original holy city may actually be Petra.
In Saqqara, a dedicated team of Egyptian scientists conducts a three-month excavation to reveal ancient artifacts and secrets of Egypt's illustrious civilization.
Brochs, the Iron Age towers of Scotland, reveal insights into their construction, purpose, and the sophisticated societies that built them across locations like Glenelg and Orkney.
In 2012, archaeologists revisited the site of a Roman temple of Mithras in London, revealing significant evidence of the city's ancient past.
Puma Punku, a site in Bolivia, features ancient ruins that are nearly 14,000 years old and continue to intrigue researchers with their complex construction.
In Orkney, the Ness of Brodgar reveals a 5,000-year-old Neolithic ritual complex alongside a newly discovered Viking boat burial and insights from Hadrian's Wall.
Underwater explorer Barry Clifford gained international attention in 1985 for locating the Whydah, the first fully verified pirate shipwreck, off Cape Cod, Massachusetts.
Forensic geologist Scott Walter investigates a boulder in the Mustang Mountains of Arizona, revealing evidence of a 12th-century burial linked to Anglo-Saxon history.
An elongated skull with a square hole, believed to belong to a "Cloud Man" warrior from the Peruvian highlands, reveals a complex history through forensic investigation.
Professor Alice Roberts and her team explore significant archaeological findings from Dark Age and Roman Britain, including a plague pit and an Anglo-Saxon cemetery.
The Peloponnesian War, fought from 431 to 404 BCE, resulted in the destruction of Athens' long walls, crippling its ability to import essential food supplies.
In the volatile region of Judea during the life of Jesus, the Roman Empire employed various strategies to maintain law and order amidst political upheaval.
In Lincolnshire, an Anglo-Saxon burial site reveals Roman artifacts, prompting questions about cultural interactions during the transition from Roman Britain.
The Mayan civilization, which thrived in Central America for nearly 2000 years, experienced a mysterious decline by the 9th century A.D., leading to the abandonment of its great cities.
Tenochtitlan, the capital of the Aztec Empire, reveals its complex societal structure and hidden secrets beneath modern-day Mexico City.
