Archaeologists Uncover The Relics Of Rome’s Greatest Disaster

Inspired by a lifelong love of adventure, detectorist George Ridgway uncovers what becomes one of Britain's most significant Roman discoveries. After finding a single silver coin in a Suffolk field, George and archaeologists uncover a vast hoard containing 734 Roman and Iron Age coins. Experts at the British Museum reveal it is the largest Claudius-era coin hoard ever discovered in Britain, dating to the years immediately following the Roman conquest of AD 43. The extraordinary find offers a rare glimpse into a pivotal moment when Iron Age Britain was being transformed into a Roman province.

How did a small, ordinary town in Italy become the greatest empire in the ancient world? This premium documentary explores the epic rise and transformation of the Roman Empire. From the blood-soaked myth of Romulus and Remus to the brutal military campaigns of Julius Caesar, we uncover the engineering marvels, political betrayals, and dark realities of Roman slavery that fueled this ancient superpower. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost. :european_castle: You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Odyssey is part of the History Hit Network. For any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com

Long before the rise of the Roman Empire, Europe was dominated by a vast network of fierce tribes, mysterious priests, and legendary warriors: The Celts. From human sacrifice and druidic rituals to the devastating sack of Rome itself, their centuries-long struggle against Roman domination shaped the ancient world. In this comprehensive documentary, we explore the epic history of Rome’s ancient rivals. Journey through the bloodiest chapters of antiquity—from Brennus’s legendary invasion of Italy and Julius Caesar’s tactical siege of Vercingetorix at Alesia, to Queen Boudica’s brutal uprising in Roman Britain. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost. :european_castle: You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and

When nature strikes twice in the exact same place, humanity suffers the ultimate test of survival. This episode of Disaster Deja Vu investigates two of history’s most terrifying repeat catastrophes. First, we travel to China’s Yangtze Basin to examine the apocalyptic 1931 floods—a tragedy that claimed 2 million lives, displaced 31 million people, and saw aviator Charles Lindbergh take to the skies to map 13,000 kilometers of devastation—before assessing the modern threat looming over the massive Three Gorges Dam during the record-breaking 2020 floods. Then, we shift to St. Louis, Missouri, analyzing the terrifying 1896 F4 cyclone that decimated 12,000 buildings in minutes, and how the city’s extreme emergency planning saved lives when an EF3 tornado struck Lambert International Airport 124 years later. Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

Journey inside Petra's ancient city in this brand NEW history documentary. History Hit’s Tristan Hughes travels to the magnificent ancient wonder of Petra - a once thriving city now abandoned in the middle of the desert. From advanced engineering to beautiful rock cut tombs, we uncover the reality of Petra and the fascinating civilisation that built it, the Nabataeans. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

Uncover the forgotten history of Gandhara, an ancient kingdom that stood at the crossroads of the East and West. From the conquests of Alexander the Great to the spread of Buddhism along the Silk Road, discover how Greek philosophy merged with Eastern mysticism to create the very first human statues of the Buddha. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost. :european_castle: You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Odyssey is part of the History Hit Network. For any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com