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A massive volcanic eruption in 44 B.C. may have hastened the end of the ancient Egyptian empire.

Original Air Date: Dec 16, 2019

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S3, EP4 "Egypt's Lost City"
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A massive volcanic eruption in 44 B.C. may have hastened the end of the ancient Egyptian empire.

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S7, EP3 "Underwater Stonehenge"

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Some of the world's famous relics have secrets behind them that contribute to their complete stories. Secrets explores the mysteries relating to some of these historic landmarks to reveal the truths behind them. The latest research and forensic techniques are used to find out the stories behind the fabled cities, monuments and remnants featured on the show. Episodes include Egyptian historians on a mission to decode the mysteries of the Great Sphinx, archeologists unearthing secrets of Richard III, and an investigation into whether the bust of Nefertiti is real or a hoax.
Original Air Date: May 19, 2013
Genres: DocuseriesTV Series
Rating: TVPG
Playback: HD
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