Chariot Burials And Other Bizarre Practices From Britain's Ancient Past

Alice Roberts explores a prehistoric "Pompeii" preserved in Scotland, a monument as old as Stonehenge, and mysterious Roman burials. The journey also reveals an impressive Roman bathhouse and one of Iron Age Britain's most spectacular graves—an incredibly rare upright chariot burial in East Yorkshire. These finds shed new light on Britain's ancient past, from its prehistoric inhabitants to its Roman conquerors. 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.

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In this season of Digging for Britain, Professor Alice Roberts uncovers extraordinary archaeological discoveries that shed new light on ancient history. From the Viking camp that launched invasions of Britain to groundbreaking evidence that the Avebury stone circle was not just a sacred site but a thriving settlement, the season explores the lives of those who shaped Britain's past. The oldest Iron Age gold ever found in Britain is unearthed in Staffordshire, while a weapons hoard belonging to a wealthy Bronze Age warrior emerges in Scotland. Roman history comes alive with the biggest collection of Roman writing tablets ever discovered in Britain, offering an intimate glimpse into daily life in Londinium, and a treasure trove of preserved artefacts at Vindolanda reveals the struggles of Roman soldiers during a British rebellion. The series also explores the secret weapon of the Roman army, its elite cavalry, who defended Hadrian's Wall and traces of a lost monastery on the Scottish island of Iona, linked to the legendary Saint Columba. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of

In this episode of Digging For Britain, Alice Roberts unearths a shocking discovery in an Ancient Roman slave burial site in Britain, where half of the burials have been decapitated. 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.

The records of the time give little information on the lives of ordinary people, but now DNA and other scientific techniques like palaeoecology, isotope analysis and osteo-archaeology are opening fascinating windows into the past. Evidence from burial sites in Ireland show that ancient pre-Christian beliefs continued long into the Christian era - including belief in the undead. 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.

Join us on an incredible journey through Libya’s ancient past, where Roman chariots once raced across the desert sands. From the grand ruins of Lepcis Magna to the hidden chariot tracks lost in time, we explore the fascinating history of this North African gem. 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!