Secrets of the Dead

Uncover the untold stories and secrets of iconic historical moments to rewrite history.

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    Queens of Combat: asset-mezzanine-16x9
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    Queens of Combat

    Experts search for evidence that female gladiators once existed in Ancient Rome.
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    Picturing Shakespeare

    Could the discovery of a third portrait of William Shakespeare be a genuine article?
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    China's Bronze Kingdom

    The chance discovery of a jade artifact unearths an ancient Chinese city.
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    Chasing the Plague

    Scientists study medieval bubonic plague victims in hopes of preventing future outbreaks.
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    Cracking the Queen's Code

    See how secret letters written by Mary, Queen of Scots, were finally decoded.
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    Cleopatra's Last Temple

    An unprecedented discovery could reveal new information about Cleopatra’s reign.
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    The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum

    The spectacular arena showcasing Ancient Rome’s power also contributed to its downfall.
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    Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief (Part Two)

    Historian Jonathan Petropoulos investigates the post-war life of former Nazi art dealer Bruno Lohse.

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About Secrets of the Dead

Secrets of the Dead is part detective story, part true-life drama that unearths evidence from around the world, challenging prevailing ideas and throwing fresh light on unexplained events.

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