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Secrets of the Dead

posted on September 17, 2012 at 4:15 PM

Part detective story, part true-life drama, Secrets of the Dead explores some of the most iconic moments in history to debunk myths and shed new light on past events. Using the latest investigative techniques, forensic science, and historical examination to unearth new evidence, the series challenges prevailing ideas, overturns existing hypotheses, spotlights forgotten mysteries, and ultimately can rewrite history. Though the primary focus of... Read More

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NOVA | Optical Tricks of the Parthenon | PBS (#3503)

Ancient Greek architects were on to something when they built the Parthenon with subtle curves and no right angles. While it remains debatable, some scholars argue that these features were intended... 03:40
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NOVA scienceNOW | Papyrus | PBS (#202)

Writings from a garbage dump in ancient Egypt reveal what life was like 2,000 years ago. 09:02
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NOVA | Secrets of the Parthenon | PBS (#3503)

Full Program: How did the ancient Greeks design and build their masterpiece so quickly? 53:12
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NOVA | Cracking the Maya Code | PBS (#3508)

Full Program: The ancient Maya civilization of Central America left behind a riddle: an intricate and mysterious hieroglyphic script carved on stone monuments and painted on pottery and bark books. Because the... 52:49
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NOVA scienceNOW | Maya | PBS

NASA archeologists use satellites to pinpoint ancient ruins buried deep in the jungle. 14:07
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