When you start learning things about ancient Egypt, you might find that you can’t stop. It’s a slippery slope, and once the fascination bug has bitten you, it may never let go! The ancient Egyptians were one of the most fascinating civilisations ever to walk the face of the Earth, but there’s still so much that we either don’t know or don’t understand about them - and we’ll share some of those “great unknowns” in this video.
The Complete Mythology of Hestia, Greek Goddess of Sacred Fire
In the following video we will be going through the complete mythology of Hestia, the Greek Goddess of Sacred Fire. Enjoy!
Fossil of unusual toothless dinosaur discovered in Australia
A STRANGE TOOTHLESS dinosaur once roamed Australia, according to new research on a Museums Victoria fossil specimen.
The fossil, described in the journal Gondwana Research, belonged to a group of theropods known as elaphrosaurs.
“Elaphrosaurs were strange looking dinosaurs – they ran low to the ground on two legs, with a slender body, long neck, stubby arms, and a delicate toothless skull,” says Tim Zieglerthe, the collection manager of vertebrate palaeontology at Museums Victoria.
“They started life eating a wide range of foods, but shed their teeth as they aged. Elaphrosaurs are unusual among theropods because adults had a plant-based diet, rather than hunting prey.”
Elaphrosaur fossils from other continents suggest these dinosaurs lived during the Late Jurassic, however the Australian fossil dates to almost 40 million years later, from the Early Cretaceous period.
“Young elaphrosaurs might have hunted the tiny monotremes (ancestors to platypus and echidna) that lived in polar Victoria, along with snapping up insects and fruits,” Tim says.
The fossilised neck vertebra was first discovered by museum volunteer Jessica Parker at Eric the Red West, a fossil site near Cape Otway, Victoria.
The remains were originally mistaken for those of a flying pterosaur until palaeontologists Stephen Poropat and Adele Pentland from Swinburne University struggled to identify exactly which pterosaur it was.
“Pterosaur neck vertebrae are very distinctive,” Stephen says. “In all known pterosaurs, the body of the vertebra has a socket at the head end, and a ball or condyle at the body end. This vertebra had sockets at both ends, so it could not have been from a pterosaur.”
Extensive research and analysis eventually identified it as the first known fossil of an elaphrosaur ever found in Australia.
The dinosaur has been affectionately named ‘Eric the Elaphrosaur’, after the area it was discovered.
“New discoveries like this elaphrosaur fossil overturn past ideas, and help to interpret discoveries yet to come,” says Tim.
“The Museums Victoria collection plays an important role in presenting this new aspect of Victoria’s natural heritage and ensuring the public and scientists can learn more about Victoria’s fossil record for generations to come.”
The Lost Knowledge of Thoth & The Emerald Tablets Decoding The Secrets of Mankind
The official story that we know about the Great Pyramid of Giza is that it was built in honor of the Egyptian pharaoh Cheops, who ruled from 2606-2583 BC.
However, according to data that you will not find on Wikipedia, the Egyptian pyramids were never used as tombs and were built long before the appearance of Cheops. In fact, Thoth himself was the builder and did so around 36,000 BC. For 16,000 earthly years, he was a priest and king of the Egyptians.
His name - Thoth - means - thought and time. He is the architect of our reality, creating our dual world that we know of - the world of zeros and ones. When the time came for him to leave Egypt, he built the Great Pyramid at the entrance to the great halls of Amenti, which are described in detail in the Emerald Tablets. As guards he appointed the highest of his people, who later became priests and designated him as the God of Wisdom. The tablets left in the great Pyramid are 10 in number. For everyone's convenience, they are divided into three parts. And the last two are so great and far-reaching in their importance that they are forbidden to be released freely into the world... They keep secrets that can only reach those who are serious about learning and seeking wisdom.
According to legends, the Halls of Amenti become the Underworld or Halls of the Gods, through which the soul passes after death to be tested. This is how it has beeen presented to the common people. But in fact there are portals inside through which those who have ended their lives on earth have teleported to other universes, planets and realities. And the entities or the "guardians" as they are called, including Anubis himself, helped them to pass more easily through the ankh or the symbol of eternal life.
Things You Didn't Know About The Crusades
What happened during the Crusades? What were the Crusades? This time is one of the most misunderstood periods of Western history. From 1095 to 1291, successive waves of Christian knights and royals, called to action by the Catholic Church, quested to the Holy Land in an effort to capture (or re-capture) it from Muslim armies.
But facts about the Crusades are much more complicated than that. The Crusades weren't just one movement, but dozens, led by hundreds of knights, kings, and dukes, and not always bent on capturing Jerusalem. They tried to free Jerusalem, but also claimed a number of ancient cities, destroying priceless artifacts and culture.
Temple of Hatshepsut Explained - Luxor
What did the Egyptian Temple of Hatshepsut look like? In this video we go back in time 3500 years to take an architectural tour of the Mortuary Temple of Hatshepsut as it looked back then.
Great Schism: The Bitter Rivalry Between Greek and Latin Christianity
In our new animated historical documentary we will talk about the rivalry between the Catholic and Orthodox churches in the Middle Ages and how it shaped the history of Christianity and the whole world leading to the events of the Fourth Crusade and the Sack of Constantinople. Enjoy!
Oldest Bible Manuscripts
In the following video we will be exploring the oldest Bible manuscripts. Watch the video to find out more!
Breeding Supersoldiers - It's Been Done in the Past!
You want an army of giants, so what do you do? Breed tall people, of course - but don't forget to treat them like crap.
"The Potsdam Giants was the name given to Prussian infantry regiment No 6. The regiment was composed of taller-than-average soldiers, and was founded in 1675. It was eventually dissolved in 1806, after the Prussians were defeated by Napoleon. Throughout the reign of the Prussian king Friedrich Wilhelm I of Prussia (1688–1740), the unit was known as the "Potsdamer Riesengarde" ("giant guard of Potsdam") in German, but the Prussian population quickly nicknamed them the Lange Kerle ("long fellows")."
Scary 4500 Year Old ancient Hidden Room Discoverd In Egypt
The discovery of the harbor of Khufu in Wadi Al Jarf is a significant archaeological find in the study of ancient Egyptian maritime history. The harbor, believed to date back to around 2600 BC, is the oldest known maritime harbor in the world. The discovery was made by a joint team from the French Institute of Archaeology in Cairo (IFAO) and the Paris-Sorbonne University as part of their ongoing research on Egyptian expeditions to the Sinai Peninsula and the land of Punt.
The discovery of the harbor in Wadi Al Jarf, which is located approximately 100 km south of a previously discovered harbor in Ayn Soukhna, has added important new information to the understanding of how the ancient Egyptians were able to organize large-scale operations and make contact with other cultures through seafaring and trade during the pharaonic era.
Human history is filled with thousands of tales, stories, and mysteries. But Ancient Egypt is considered one of the most intriguing ages among the rest, and for all the right reasons. The period has many quandaries and secrets that never fail to baffle archaeologists and researchers even today after hundreds and thousands of years. The huge pyramids, secret tombs, and crypts are only a few examples.
And while studying these fascinating subjects, archaeologists sometimes come across some surprising discoveries that astonish them completely. And once again, they have come across some hidden room that has raised a lot of questions. So if you want to know about what the archaeologists have discovered this time then here we are!
The Three Kingdoms Period explained in 4 minutes (Chinese History)
History of the Chinese three kingdoms period explained from the yellow Turban rebellion and the fall of the Han dynasty to the Jin Dynasty. Major events will be summarized. Enjoy!
The History of Climate Cycles (and the Woolly Rhino) Explained
Throughout the Pleistocene Epoch, the range of the woolly rhino grew and shrank in sync with global climate. So what caused the climate -- and the range of the woolly rhino -- to cycle back and forth between such extremes?
The Comanches: One of the Most Feared Tribes by North American Settlers
In today’s video we will be talking about the Comanches, one of the most feared tribes by North American Settlers. Enjoy!
100 Mysteries Unveiled of The Bent Pyramid in Ancient Egypt
The Bent Pyramid is one of ancient Egypt's most fascinating and mysterious structures. Built during the reign of Pharaoh Sneferu, it is thought to have been intended as a tomb for the king. However, its unusual shape - which features a sharp bend at the halfway point - has baffled archaeologists for centuries.
In this video, we explore the theories behind the Bent Pyramid's strange design. Could its unique shape be the result of faulty construction, or was it deliberately built that way? Join us as we attempt to unravel the mystery of the Bent Pyramid.
King Tut's Shocking Origins and Other Amazing Secrets of Ancient Egypt
King Tut became Pharaoh of Egypt at age nine in 1332 B.C. He ruled the country during a conflict between Egypt and the neighbouring kingdom of Nubia over land. The young leader died at 18, nearly a decade after taking power. However, there were many shocking secrets of King Tut's origin that have been unveiled by scientists.
From the discovery of Two Baby Girls Mummified with King Tut, King Tut's Tomb Was Built for a Woman, to the King Was Born Out of Incest, these mysteries of king Tut were solved, and they give us a glimpse of the life history of King Tut! However, some mysteries are still there to be resolved!
Uncover the mysteries of ancient Egypt as we delve into the shocking origins of King Tut and reveal other amazing secrets that have been buried for centuries. From the power struggles of the pharaohs to the advanced technology of the pyramids, get ready to be transported back in time and discover the fascinating world of ancient Egypt.
Today we will discover the shocking origins of King Tut and some other amazing secrets of ancient Egypt!
The History of India in 12 Minutes (Part One)
In today’s 12 minutes video we will be exploring the History of India. Enjoy!
Byzantine Knowledge of Roman History
The Eastern Roman Empire survived for a millennium after the Fall of Rome. How much did this Christian, Greek-speaking culture remember about the classical Roman Empire?
Living Fossils, Evolution, and Cryptids
In the following video we will be analyzing the evolutionary and cryptozoological relationships of living fossils with biology. Organisms like crocodilians and coelacanths are often called living fossils and everyone from creationists to cryptozoologists use them constantly to prove either dinosaur and man co-existence or to disprove evolution.
Dozens of Decapitated Skeletons Found at Roman Cemetery in England
Archaeologists in England have unearthed 40 beheaded skeletons at an ancient Roman burial site, while digging along the high-speed rail line near Fleet Marston, just 55 miles northwest of London. Researchers found the remains while excavating part of a newly discovered 2,000-year-old town, which also included coins, lead weights, brooches, bells and enclosures that once formed part of a road, according to Katy Prickett of BBC News.
The team uncovered the artifacts while work was progressing on construction of HS2, a major modern railway system that will connect much of the country when completed in 2040, per the Guardian.
“The excavation is significant in both enabling a clear characterization of this Roman town but also a study of many of its inhabitants,” Robert Brown of COPA JV, a consortium of archaeological contractors working with HS2, says in a statement.
For more than a year, Cotswold Archaeology, Oxford Archaeology and Pre-Construct Archaeology (COPA) have worked to excavate the town and burial site. The cemetery, from which 425 skeletons were exhumed, is the largest of its kind in Buckinghamshire, per the Guardian.
About 10 percent of the skeletons found were decapitated, with the skulls placed between their legs or near their feet, possibly due to their status as criminals or outcasts, say the researchers in the statement. However, they add that such burials were also a “normal, albeit marginal, burial rite” conducted in the late Roman period, dating to between 250-450 C.E.
“Decapitation was one of the four main methods of execution sanctioned by Roman law" and is believed to have been a popular choice among lawmakers across Roman Britain,” Rob Wiseman, an archaeologist at the University of Cambridge who was not involved in the discovery, told Live Science in an email. "Although what the purpose [of that ritual] was remains uncertain."
Often in these cases, scientists are unable to determine if the decapitated bodies had their heads removed before or after death, Wiseman adds, but sometimes skeletons found at similar burials show evidence of being struck from behind by a sharp blade while the person was kneeling.
Aside from the severed heads, the graves don’t appear different from other Roman gravesites. Even under Roman law, the bodies of executed criminals were typically handed over to kin, who traditionally opted for normal burials, Wiseman tells Live Science. One explanation for the placement of the severed heads at Fleet Marston burial is that the relatives of the individuals may have believed that the soul would only transition into the afterlife if the head was placed next to the rest of the body, Wiseman says. Or it could be they feared the corpse would put itself back together and return from death.
The archaeologists state that the number of burials and the development of the settlement suggests the town experienced a “population influx” around the mid-to-late Roman period, due to what may have been an increase in agricultural production. The burial site was divided into two different areas, indicating that the cemetery may have been organized by tribe, family or ethnic grouping, per the statement.
The researchers plan to study the exhumed skeletons over the next few years in hopes of learning more about the lifestyles of ancient Romans, reports Alia Shoaib for Business Insider.
“All human remains uncovered will be treated with dignity, care and respect and our discoveries will be shared with the community,” says Helen Wass, head of heritage at HS2, in the statement. “HS2’s archaeology program seeks to engage with all communities both local and nationally to share the information and knowledge gained as well as leaving a lasting archival and skills legacy.”
Experts also found 1,200 coins along with several lead weights indicating the town served as a center for trade, reports BBC News. Additionally, the site contained domestic artifacts, such as pottery, spoons, pins and brooches, as well as gaming dice and bells, suggesting gambling and religious activity occurred at the settlement.
In addition to the artifacts, a team of 50 COPA archaeologists discovered a series of enclosures along Akeman Street, an ancient Roman road linking the town of Verulamium—now St. Albans—with the settlement of Corinium Dobunnorum—now Cirencester—per the HS2 statement. These structures were likely a mix of domestic dwellings and sites of commercial and industrial activity.
Parts of the road were widened, say the scientists, suggesting the area may have been used as a marketplace. The extra room would have provided space for carts and stalls, according to the statement.
Archaeologists say town was likely an important staging post for travelers and soldiers passing on their way to and from the Roman garrison at what is now Alchester, per BBC News.
The scientists also found evidence of Iron Age enclosures, suggesting the area was used for farming before the town was established. Early in the Roman period, the region was the site of gravel quarrying, possibly used for the construction of Akeman Street, per the statement. The team also discovered a stone-built corn dryer or malting oven, which may have been used for brewing, per the statement.
Fleet Marston is one of more than 100 archaeological sites investigated by HS2 since work began in 2018 on the first phase of track between London and Birmingham, reports the Guardian.
“The HS2 archaeology program has enabled us to learn more about our rich history in Britain,” Wass tells the Guardian. “The large Roman cemetery at Fleet Marston will enable us to gain a detailed insight into the residents of Fleet Marston and the wider Roman Britain landscape.
The Dead With The Unaltered Ornamental Plait: The Rare Find From Macedonia Kept In The Archaeological Museum Of Thessaloniki
An impressive and rare find is kept in the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. It is the skeleton of a woman found in 1962 during excavations in the area.
The marble sarcophagus hid the skeleton of a woman in extremely good condition. But the most impressive thing is that her long hair was found intact, along with some of the clothing she was wearing when she was buried.
The intricate braid has remained unchanged over time, pointing to man's timeless need to take care of his physical appearance.
The well-preserved dentition also makes an impression. Teeth have been an important element of research in many cases, shedding light on the age and even the nutritional evolution of the human species. The deceased was estimated to be 50-60 years old and 1.60 tall when she died. This is a burial from the 3rd century AD.
The well-sealed coffin together with some other factors such as the savannah, i.e. the wrapping of the corpse with a special white cloth, but also the possible use of plaster, which insulates moisture, have contributed to keeping the hair in excellent condition.
