Tantalizing clues are making historians rethink the sophistication of ancient cultures. Explore ancient cars, superships, Egyptian warfare, ancient robots and more.
EPISODE 1
Siege of Troy
Modern technology, archaeology, and engineering are used to uncover the real story behind the Siege of Troy, a legend steeped in mystery for thousands of years.
EPISODE 2
Cars and Planes
Surprising archaeological finds lead historians to new conclusions about the underrated transportation technologies invented by ancient civilizations.
EPISODE 3
Machines of the Gods
Great scholars such as Philon, Ctesibius, and Heron are enlisted by temples to create "magic" through a heavy mix of religion and science.
EPISODE 4
Superships
What do the recent discoveries of ancient ships say about the societies that created them and the techniques used in their construction?
EPISODE 5
Mega Machines
The discovery of two massive limestone coffins weighing over 3 tons leads archaeologist Guy Sanders to investigate how they were transported.
EPISODE 6
Egyptian Warfare
Though remembered mostly as a cultured civilization, new evidence reveals Egypt invested heavily in war technology. Some of these weapons were brand-new inventions and were used in massive battles.
Steve Truglia
Ephraim Mirvis
Adam Wojcik
Harry Sidebottom
Christopher Kelly
Sean Barrett
Phil Crowley
Ben Mole
Stuart Clarke
Ali McGrath
