King Horemheb: The Pharaoh Who (Almost) Erased Tutankhamun 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

Discover the astonishing story of Akhenaten, Egypt’s most enigmatic pharaoh and the world’s original monotheist. What secrets lie behind his lost dynasty and mysterious tomb? In this captivating deep dive, we unravel the extraordinary life and legacy of Akhenaten, the heretic king who upended ancient Egypt’s traditions by worshipping a single god - the sun disk Aton. Explore how this bold move sparked religious revolution, political upheaval, and a wave of artistic and linguistic innovation that left Thebes behind for a brand new city, Akhetaten (modern Amarna). Meet Nefertiti, his powerful queen, and witness the gripping family drama, intrigue, and loss that marked the Amarna period. Delve into the heart of the mystery: the secrets of tomb KV-55 in the Valley of the Kings. Was Akhenaten’s mummy really hidden there? Why was his name erased and his city dismantled? Top Egyptologists guide us through puzzling clues – gold masks, shattered cartouches, and vanishing queens – while new science promises to uncover answers about Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and the fate of their remarkable dynasty. With art that broke the mold and inscriptions

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

Embark on an epic journey to ancient Egypt's Karnak Temple Complex, a monumental sanctuary that served as the heart of religious and political power for over a thousand years. Discover how pharaohs like Hatshepsut and Ramesses II used this sacred site to honor the god Amun, legitimize their rule, and immortalize their achievements. Uncover the secrets hidden within the massive Hypostyle Hall and learn how inscriptions on its walls reveal not only military victories but also the oldest recorded peace treaty in history. From the sacred rituals of the Sed festival to the legacy of foreign rulers, explore the incredible details that reveal what mattered most to the rulers and people of ancient Egypt. 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

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

Deep beneath a man-made mountain in Shaanxi, China, lies a tomb more massive than the pyramids of Egypt. Guarded by an silent army of 8,000 life-sized Terracotta Warriors, this is the final resting place of Qin Shi Huang—China’s first and most ruthless emperor. Yet, more than 50 years after its accidental discovery by a local farmer, the inner burial chamber remains completely unopened. 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