Hatshepsut: Why Egypt's Greatest Pharaoh Was Almost Erased From History

From the heretic king who erased Egypt’s gods to a brutal harem conspiracy that ended a dynasty—discover the dark truth behind the living pharaohs. Ancient Egypt is remembered as the greatest civilization of the ancient world, rising from a vast desert through monument, majesty, and absolute power. But behind the golden masks and towering pyramids lies a hidden history of conspiracy, betrayal, murder, and vengeance. 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

Ancient Egypt's gods are an icon of the ancient world. However, these were nearly all thrown away by one Pharaoh, Akhenaten. However, transforming Egypt in a monotheistic nation would have disastrous consequences for this King's legacy. 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

Joined by historian Honor Cargill-Martin, Tristan Hughes explores the real sex lives of ancient Rome. From popular series to kinky paintings, there is a recurring image today of Romans as sex-mad degenerates. And although there are sex stories in the dozens from the Roman period, when it comes to their sex lives there is a lot to unpack. In this video, Tristan Hughes takes a deep dive into the topic. Get ready: there are sexual references aplenty. He investigates the stories told by Roman authors and explores erotic imagery found in Roman sites across the Mediterranean and beyond. Who was it acceptable for Romans to marry? And why did gladiators become sex symbols? 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

Scott Wolter investigates the origins of a 226kg boulder inscribed with a mysterious bull symbol, which could be linked to the rituals of an ancient Egyptian people. 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

Discover the secrets of lost worlds, from Egypt’s legendary land of Punt to ancient Antarctic rainforests and the buried mysteries of Karahan Tepe and Giroft civilization. Dive into shocking archaeological discoveries, forgotten civilizations, and legendary treasures that are rewriting our understanding of history. In this video, we explore incredible finds like the 3,300-year-old Egyptian baboon skull traced to Punt, a kingdom whose true location remains a mystery despite new breakthroughs in science and isotope analysis. We also examine the fierce debates over ancient out-of-place artifacts like the puzzling Nampa figurine, follow the fossil trails of early hominids uncovered by the Leakey family in Africa, and journey to the breathtaking rainforests once thriving on Antarctica, challenging everything we thought we knew about the continent's past climate. You’ll learn about the enigmatic Karahan Tepe, potentially older than Göbekli Tepe, and how new excavations could redefine humanity's "zero point" of monumental architecture. We also delve into the Iranian Bronze Age city of Giroft and its implications for the cradle of civilization debate. Along the way, we uncover the human stories behind mysterious remains

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