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For the last hundred years, the development of modern mankind was primarily explained through the so-called Out of Africa theory, claiming that the development of humans and apes happened primarily in Africa. But in recent years bone finds, much older than the earliest finds from Africa, have challenged that belief. 7.2-million-year-old remains of a prehistoric human, Graecopithecus freybergi, and 6-million-year-old human-like footprints were found in Greece and presented in 2017. In November 2019 paleontologist Madelaine Böhme revealed to the world fossils of a newly discovered 11.6-million-year-old ancient ape, found in a clay pit in Southern Germany. The scientists argue that this new species called Danuvius guggenmosi, or “Udo”, is a common ancestor of humans and chimpanzees – a missing link sought after for decades by scientists all over the world. Together, these fossil finds challenge the fundamental idea of human evolution that two-legged walking only evolved in Africa much later. Is the birthplace of humanity actually located in Europe? Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll

Roman emperor Nero was an interesting character that lived a chaotic life not too dissimilar to a soap opera. This story has been told and retold so many times in the centuries since his death, but how much of it is actually true? Tony Robinson investigates the legend to Nero to find out where the truth ends and the lies begin.

The Battle Of Kursk is the largest ever tank battle. This video takes a look at everything around the battle, from the leaders, to the soldiers, to the strategy. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on

In this full-length documentary, archaeologist Dr. Jeff Rose and leading experts trace the 7,000-year evolution of human faith. Discover Nabta Playa—an astronomical stone circle older than Stonehenge—uncover the sacred rock art of Wadi Baramaya, and explore how Egypt’s earliest god-kings fused divine power with absolute political control. From ancient shamanic rituals to modern neuroscience, discover why religion was the ultimate glue that bound early human societies together. 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

The Tower Of London is the United Kingdom's foremost tourist attraction - an imposing stronghold that has been part of London's royal heritage for more than 1,000 years. It has changed roles, from fortress to palace to prison; if the stones of this mighty citadel could talk imagine what stories they could tell. The events that have taken place here and the tragic and heroic characters that have passed through the gates have shaped the destiny of the United Kingdom.

Witness the harrowing back-and-forth battles that ravaged this once-thriving metropolis, as communist troops tried to seize control. From the city's destruction and the plight of its brave civilians to the heroic efforts of United Nations forces, this gripping documentary sheds light on the enduring will to triumph in the face of adversity. War Stories is your one stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. You can find more from us on