The Mysterious Rock And The 17th Century French Plot To Steal America

Step into the Cotswolds as archaeologists uncover a mysterious Roman villa with stunning mosaics, ancient coins, and secrets that rewrite local history! Join Time Team on a three-day excavation in Cobbleley, Gloucestershire, where centuries-old Roman buildings lie hidden beneath a tranquil field. This episode delves into the fascinating process of identifying the remains of what might be a villa, bathhouse, or even a temple. From the first glimmers of mosaic tile and pottery fragments, to the discovery of grand architectural features like apses and colonnaded porticos, our experts piece together the story of a site that saw continuous occupation from the earliest days of Roman Britain to its very end. Watch as specialists debate the true function of the site - was it a wealthy farming estate, a religious sanctuary, or something more complex? See rare finds unearthed, including coins from the reign of Emperor Claudius, intricate jewelry, and a remarkable mosaic featuring symbols like the cantharis and Gordian knot. Uncover evidence of industrial activity, clues to ritual significance near ancient springs, and the surprising possibility of Christian iconoclasm in

Teotihuacan's striking size and splendour must have had an impression on the Aztecs when they rediscovered the city in the 14th century. 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

History tells us that Abraham Lincoln was killed by a lone, disgruntled actor in a theater. But what if that story was a cover for a much larger, more dangerous plot? Forensic geologist Scott Wolter follows a trail of blood-stained relics and sophisticated ciphers to reveal the Knights of the Golden Circle, a ruthless secret society with ties to the highest levels of government and the most famous outlaws of the Old West. From the grizzly initiation rituals of the KGC to the legend of millions in buried gold intended to fund a second Civil War, this investigation challenges everything we think we know about 1865. Experts suggest that figures like Jesse James weren't just simple bank robbers, but field commanders for a shadow organization that may still be operating today. By tracking secret tunnels in Texas and decoding messages intended for Confederate spies, we piece together a vision of a "Golden Circle" empire that nearly changed the map of the world forever. Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment.

Just east of the San Francisco Bay Area are the Berkeley Hills Walls--remnants of a massive, stone wall that stretches a distance of over fifty miles. The wall segments are up to six feet high in some places and are constructed of tightly fit limestone boulders. Scott is in intrigued by the fact that nobody knows who built the wall or even what purpose it serves. The only historical precedent for a miles-long, manmade, ancient wall is the Great Wall of China. Could ancient Asiatic explorers have made it all the way to the North American West Coast? In investigating the theory, Scott uncovers other evidence that could suggest the Chinese with their massive maritime fleet made it to the New World, using maps that were in the possession of Kublai Khan. He also discovers evidence that European explorers knew about China's epic voyages, including Italian explorer Marco Polo. 💚 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

Thousands of people walk through Central Park every day unknowingly passing by a crumbling relic that connects the Big Apple to ancient Egypt. Scott ventures to New York City after learning that an ancient Egyptian obelisk located in Central Park is undergoing restorations. The obelisk's hieroglyphs tell a unique story of the pharaoh that built it. But when researchers discover Freemasonic symbols under the 3,500 year old monument, a wrench is thrown into the timeline of History. Scott ventures into busy NYC searching for the truth behind the symbols and in doing so uncovers a secret message on the ceiling of Grand Central Station that points to an ancient alignment in the heart of America. 💚 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 like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

Jack London was the most famous American writer of the twentieth century, but he didn't always have an easy time of it. This symbol of adventure was at different times a vagabond, gold prospector, sailor, farmer, war reporter and socialist militant. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!