From an evil goddess out to eat you to a tower of human skulls, here are 9 of the strangest archaeological discoveries in the world. Watch the video below to find out more!
True Size of a Roman Legion (3D) DOCUMENTARY
A history documentary on the True Size of a Roman Legion. This is our first episode in the new True Size series which seeks to bring history to life in 3D using Unreal Engine 5. In this episode we cover the organization of a Roman Legion from the soldier to the Contubernium, the Century, the Cohort, and the Legion. Along the way we not only include the troops and their officers but all the slaves, mules, support, staff, and gear which accompanied them. This makes for a much better understanding of the Roman army structure.
We then put these into context by looking at a Roman army camp, a Roman army on the march, and a Roman army in battle order. This gives the viewer a full 3D history of a legion like never before.
12 Most Amazing Recent Archaeological Finds
What’s new in the world of archaeology? That’s a question we ask ourselves a lot on this channel, and we’re never disappointed with the answer. Knowledge is power, and so the more we can find out about the people and places who came before us, the more powerful we become! Arm yourself with a little knowledge by watching this video, which is full of incredible new archaeological finds.
Most Mysterious Civilizations Almost Lost To History
Check out the most mysterious civilizations almost lost to history! From amazing discoveries of ancient culture to strange lost civilizations almost wiped out, this top 10 list of ancient historic sites will amaze you. Enjoy!
12 Most Incredible Archaeological Finds
Every country and continent on the planet that's ever played host to human life is covered in the ruins and relics of the people who used to live there. We might have built modern towns and cities on the foundations of those that came before us, but their objects and artifacts are still there, lying beneath, waiting to be discovered by archaeologists and treasure hunters. That's why archaeology is a truly global enterprise - and we'll be showing you the fruits of the labors of the world's archaeologists in this video!
As Archaeologists Dug Close To An Egyptian Pyramid, They Uncovered A Rare Trove Of Ancient Remains
In the shadow of the first pyramid built in ancient Egypt, a team of archaeologists are uncovering secrets from the distant past. While excavating a temple dedicated to the cat goddess Bastet, they stumble across an incredible find. Buried more than 2,500 years ago, these relics shed a fascinating light on life and death in the land of the pharaohs.
Famous Monuments That Are Hiding Little-Known Secrets
Have you ever wondered what the most famous sights in the world used to look like when they were just built centuries ago? Or what secrets they're hiding? Let's find it out and solve all the centuries-long mysteries together!
A Day In the Life Living With the Plague
The Black Death was the plague that changed the world. As the most profound epidemic in human history, the plague claimed the lives of millions, with nearly half of Europe's population perishing from the disease. Some feared they were living through the apocalypse amidst the chaotic upheaval, while others turned to sinful pleasure during the plague to distract from the horror. And as for what happened to victims of the plague, well, it wasn't opportune.
Archaeologists Discovered Something Strange in an Ancient Japanese Statue
The ancient world is one of the most fascinating times in human history. There are so many areas of the world that remain unexplored and undiscovered. But with new technology and modern science, we are learning more about the ancient world than we ever have before. Even if the information we discover is not life change, it can help us gain new insight into how humans once lived, and provide explanations to long-running mysteries.
Scientists Were Shocked to Find These Secret Hidden Chambers in the Sphinx
We’d like you to sit back as we take you on a strange and mysterious journey into the history of one of the strangest and most unexplainable items ever uncovered - the Sphinx of Egypt. To this day, none of us really know how many secrets this structure may hold. Most of us are aware of its unique past, but we still have no idea who built the Sphinx or when it would have been built. According to ancient legends that have been passed down for many generations, the inside of the Sphinx is believed to hold irreplaceable knowledge that could be incredibly valuable to mankind. Today, we’d like to share the information that researchers have uncovered thus far, and maybe you can help us explain some of the strange mysteries surrounding this beautiful ancient structure.
12 Most Amazing Underwater Finds
The sea is every bit as beautiful as it is dangerous. Things that fall into the sea have a nasty habit of never coming out again, and even some of the things that exist within the sea naturally can be dangerous! The same can sometimes be said of rivers, lakes and streams. With that in mind, let’s check out some incredible underwater discoveries.
What Life Was Really Like As A Medieval Jester
Jesters, also known as court jesters or fools, are a big part of the history of the Middle Ages - but what was the role of a court jester and what was life like for him? It wasn't all fun and games; sure, the jester played a large role in medieval entertainment, but he also played the part of a trusted advisor, took part in household chores, and even followed his master into battle. He was also the unfortunate soul that was tasked with delivering bad news to his noble ruler.
12 Most Mysterious And Amazing Ancient Artifacts
Almost every artifact that an archaeologist or expert pulls out of the ground is worth looking at, but not all of them could be called ‘amazing.’ That description is reserved only for those artifacts that make everyone pause for a moment to consider the wonder of what they’re looking at. We’re talking once-in-a-lifetime discoveries of the kind that every archaeologist dreams of making, but only some get the chance! We’ve packed some of the best examples of what we’re talking about together for you in this video.
How Did The Continents Get Their Names?
240 million years ago there was one giant mega-continent called Pangaea. Things were simpler then, you could walk from South Africa to Greenland and Switzerland had tropical beaches. But then Pangea broke up and things are complicated. Today we have 7 continents or 5 or if you're really cool 4, it mostly depends on what language you speak and what century it is. Regardless of how many there are, they all have names. But what is an Africa? What does Asia mean? And is Australia a filthy name thief? Well, let's find out.
Where Did The First Americans Come From?
At some point, humans made their way to America. When did this happen, and how can we confirm the date? Watch the video below to find out more!
10 Scariest Recent Archaeological Discoveries
In the following video we will be exploring the 10 scariest recent archaeological discoveries. Watch the video to find out more!
Secrets Of The Roman Baths | And Why Swimming Is Banned!
In this video, Alice Loxton visits one of the most fascinating Roman sites in Britain, the Roman baths in the glorious city of Bath. But don’t worry, this is not another dreaded Latin lesson.
Alice takes you, through the best bits of the history, the history without the boring bits. She looks at everything from trendy hairstyles to sacrificial altars, we’ll get to grips with ancient curses, beguiling myths and front page news discoveries. She even shows you where our ancestors got it wrong, with typos and botched jobs - which landed them, in, well, a lot of hot water.
So gather your rubber ducks and grab a towel, it’s time to dive head first into the remarkable secrets history of the Roman baths.
The rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire
Before the sun never set on the British Empire; before Genghis Khan swept the steppe; before Rome extended its influence to encircle the Mediterranean Sea; there was ancient Assyria. Considered by historians to be the first true empire, Assyria’s innovations laid the groundwork for every superpower that has followed. Marian H Feldman details the rise and fall of the Assyrian Empire.
Why Egypt's lifeline is drying up | Nile Conflict
The River Nile. One of the world’s most ancient and legendary waterways, bringing life to otherwise inhospitable regions of Egypt.
But the Nile is slowly dying, its tributaries and channels drying up and threatening the livelihoods of millions who depend on its nourishing waters. Some of this is the natural cycle of the river – parts of the Nile have dried up before, making entire cities like ancient Meroe vanish. But a major construction project upriver is further endangering the life of the river. In this video we will explore what’s happening and look at the possible solutions to this impending tragedy.
The Ancient City of Babylon: History of the Babylonian Empire
The ancient city of Babylon was a city in Mesopotamia which is now modern-day Iraq. The city of Babylon is so well known to many due to the many references to it in the Bible, although none of them are particularly glowing comments. The history of Babylon and the Babylonian Empire dates back thousands of years, and apart from its mentions in the Bible, Babylon is known for many things including its impressive Ishtar Gate, magnificent walls and buildings, the belief that it was a great seat of culture and learning and the, potentially fantastical, Hanging Gardens of Babylon built by Nebuchadnezzar II for his wife.
Although some ancient sources say that Sargon of Akkad, also known as Sargon the Great founded the city of Babylon, it is widely believed that Babylon was already founded prior to the reign of Sargon. Unfortunately, the ruins of Old Babylon have been lost to us since the water level has steadily risen over the years, and the ruins which are visible today date to over one thousand years after the city was founded! The known history of Babylon begins with its most famous king, Hammurabi who is best known for his law code.
