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Known for his astounding feats of architecture, and more infamously for the slaughter of innocent children in the town of Bethlehem, "Unearthed" examines three of the most extreme building projects that have been his legacy. Professor Ehud Netzer has been searching the hollowed out mountain fortress known as the Herodion for more than 30 years looking for the tomb of Herod the Great, was it all in vain? 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. Subsribe so you don't miss out!

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The Hunt For King Herod's Lost Tomb | Unearthed | Odyssey
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History
Runtime
22 minutes
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English

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