Name: Epic Warrior Women
Released: 2017-11-08T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Bettany Hughes, Adrienne Mayor, Lynda Carter

TV Show · Documentary · History

Throughout history, women have bravely fought in warfare, just as fiercely as men. Discover the extraordinary lives of the legendary Amazons of Central Asia to the gladiators of the Roman Empire to the all-female fighting force of West Africa.

2017 · 43m

Starring Bettany Hughes, Adrienne Mayor, Lynda Carter

Director John Wate

EPISODE 1

Amazons

Greek travelers and writers from the ancient world mythologized the Amazons, but these legendary female warriors were very real. See how recent archaeological findings and DNA testing are uncovering new truths.

36m
EPISODE 2

Gladiatrix

The Roman Empire is known for its powerful rulers, mighty armies, and gladiatorial games. Discover the great untold story of the brave female gladiators, once ignored by contemporary Roman writers but now verified by new archaeological findings.

36m
EPISODE 3

Africa's Amazons

The Agooji of West Africa were the terrifying all-female fighting force of the kingdom of Dahomey in the 19th century. Discover these warriors through the story of Sukeoun, a young girl who rises to become a valiant officer to defend her kingdom.

36m

Bettany Hughes

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Adrienne Mayor

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Lynda Carter

Narrator
John Wate

Director
Sebastian Peiter

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