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Hidden in the heart of modern-day Manhattan lies a 3,500-year-old secret: an authentic Egyptian obelisk known as Cleopatra’s Needle. In this documentary, forensic geologist Scott Walter investigates the mysterious origins of this monument, commissioned by the great Pharaoh Thutmose III and transported to America through a herculean engineering effort funded by the Vanderbilts. 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

Before the US declared its independence, its destiny hung in the balance with the vast lands of America up for grabs to anyone willing to stake a claim. Called to examine a possibly ancient land claim, Scott Wolter is drawn into an epic quest to prove whether French fur traders were actually here on a secret mission to steal pre-Columbian land claims placed at a much earlier time. The key to this whole mystery could lie in tracking down a long-lost artifact, allegedly found with strange carvings that only those with hidden knowledge could understand. On this adventure through America's little-known early history, Scott uncovers a high stakes game of land grabbing where only the winner comes in first--and the only way to win might be to cheat. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺 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

Journey to the edge of the known world to explore Hadrian’s Wall, the Roman Empire’s most formidable and enigmatic frontier. Stretching 73 miles across Northern Britain, this architectural marvel was more than just a stone barrier; it was a sophisticated military zone featuring massive forts, mile castles, and ingenious "ancient barbed wire" defenses. In this documentary, we investigate the life of the auxiliary soldiers stationed at the "Murder House" of Housesteads, examine the Mediterranean luxuries brought to the cold British hills, and uncover the true purpose behind Emperor Hadrian’s decision to cease Roman expansion and consolidate the empire behind a wall of stone. 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

In 1981, the peaceful suburb of Rockland County was shattered by a savage armored car heist. This episode follows the FBI’s New York Anti-Terrorist Task Force as they investigate the Brinks robbery that claimed the lives of guard Peter Paige and officers Edward O'Grady and Waverly "Chipper" Brown. Agents Ken Maxwell, Lou Vizi, and David Mitchell unravel a web involving the Weather Underground and the Black Liberation Army, led by mastermind Matulu Shakur. From the bloody shootout in Nyak to safe houses filled with explosives, witness the relentless pursuit of fugitives Kathy Boudin, Judy Clark, Marilyn Buck, and Susan Rosenberg.

Forensic geologist Scott Walter investigates the discovery of a 500-pound sandstone slab featuring a mysterious bull carving found in the Arkansas River. While the iconography initially suggests the Egyptian Apis Bull, the investigation leads to the "Anubis Caves" of Oklahoma and the ancient religion of Mithraism. By analyzing Ogham script and witnessing a precise archaeo-astronomical alignment during the autumn equinox, the film explores the compelling evidence that Celtic explorers reached North America 1,500 years ago, bringing with them a unique blend of Egyptian-influenced religious rituals and advanced celestial knowledge. 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.

Meet a Sherpa guide haunted by the loss of his brother to the brutal high-altitude work of the Himalayas. Desperate to find a safer way to provide for his family, he gambles everything on a crazy, ambitious idea: buying the first horse to be ridden in his steep valley to hire out to tourists and save the sick. This documentary follows Gurman's emotional journey from securing the blessing of the village Lama, to trekking to Kathmandu to borrow a mountain of money, and finally, bringing his gray mare, Karma, home. The struggle is immediately real as Karma nearly collapses from the altitude, threatening to bankrupt Gurman. But their ultimate test comes when they are called to the perilous Everest Base Camp to rescue a fellow Sherpa blinded by snow, proving that a single horse can revolutionize life and death in the shadow of the world's highest peak. Watch how one family's bold dream changes an entire community and creates a new legacy in the Himalayas. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our