Les grandes énigmes de l'Histoire
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Année : 2013
Nombre de saisons : 7
Durée moyenne d'un épisode : 44 minutes
Genre(s) : Documentaire, Histoire, Mystère
The Sphinx. El Dorado. The Shroud of Turin. Our world holds remarkable relics that are full of secrets, written in stone, gold, and blood. Discovering the truths behind their mysteries could change history as we know it. Join us as we travel the globe and come face-to-face with these puzzling treasures. We explore hidden corners, decipher ancient documents, and apply groundbreaking research and forensic techniques with one goal in mind: to discover the truth about these fabled cities, monuments, and remnants, and to share it with the world.
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Épisode 1 - The Turin Shroud
8 avril 2013
The Shroud of Turin: Is it Jesus' burial cloth, the oldest photograph ever taken, or a hoax? You be the judge.
Épisode 2 - The Sphinx
8 avril 2013 - 5/5
Join Egyptian historians and archeological experts on a mission to decode the mysteries of Egypt's Great Sphinx.
Épisode 3 - Golden Raft of El Dorado
8 avril 2013
A 10-inch golden raft may help scientists decode the 500-year mystery of El Dorado and the Lost City of Gold.
Épisode 4 - Richard III Revealed
8 avril 2013
Watch as archeologists, scientists, and historians unearth the secrets of England's most notorious ruler, Richard III, from a British city parking lot.
Épisode 5 - A Viking Map?
8 avril 2013
The Vinland Map was allegedly created 50 years before Christopher Columbus set sail, but amazingly, it features the coast of North America. Join the investigation of a map that, if authentic, will completely rewrite the history of the Western world.
Épisode 6 - Gospel of Jesus's Wife
8 avril 2013
How did an ancient fragment of papyrus become one of the most controversial religious documents in the world?
Épisode 1 - Easter Island
13 octobre 2014 - 5/5
Les moaïs monumentaux de l´île de Pâques sont les statues les plus reconnaissables au monde. Ils sont également les plus mystérieux. Aujourd´hui encore, les archéologues débattent pour savoir qui les a fabriqués et pourquoi ?
Épisode 2 - Great Pyramid
20 octobre 2014 - 5/5
For over 200 years, archaeologists have debated how Egyptians built the Great Pyramid. Do we finally have an answer?
Épisode 3 - Nefertiti
27 octobre 2014 - 5/5
Join the investigation of the bust of Nefertiti as we attempt to determine if it was a great find or a great hoax.
Épisode 4 - Ark of the Covenant
3 novembre 2014 - 3/5
L'un des trésors perdus les plus célèbres au monde est un coffre de bois recouvert d´or, surmonté de deux silhouettes ailées. Selon la Bible, l´Arche d´Alliance a été fabriquée sur ordre de Dieu, voilà 3000 ans environ, par des Juifs errant dans le désert. Elle devait contenir les Tables de la Loi sur lesquelles sont gravés les Dix Commandements. Quelle est la part de vérité de cette histoire ? L´arche a-t-elle vraiment existé ? Si oui, où se trouve-t-elle ? L´enquête débute à Aksoum, au nord de l´Éthiopie, où une communauté de Chrétiens est convaincue que leur église abrite la véritable Arche d´Alliance. Le théologien Ralph Lee, spécialiste du christianisme éthiopien, tente de percer ce mystère.
Épisode 5 - Spear of Destiny
10 novembre 2014
Mentionnée dans l'Evangile de l'apôtre Jean, la Sainte Lance, l'une des reliques de la Passion, aurait percé le flanc droit de Jésus sur la croix. Comme le Saint-Graal, ses prétendus pouvoirs surnaturels ont obsédé des responsables politiques tels que l'empereur romain Constantin Ier le Grand, Adolf Hitler ou encore Napoléon. Selon la légende, celui qui possède cette arme deviendrait invincible. Le documentaire revient sur les origines de l'objet, surnommé la « lance du destin », et tente de reconstituer son itinéraire historique de Jérusalem à Vienne en passant par Paris et le Vatican..
Épisode 6 - Blackbeard's Ship
17 novembre 2014
Join our experts as they study the wreckage of a ship thought to be captained by the notorious pirate Blackbeard.
Épisode 7 - Great Wall of China
24 novembre 2014
The Great Wall of China is more than just a part of history, it's part of the world's geography, a sprawling, massive edifice of mud, reeds, and billions of bricks. But why did the Chinese go to such lengths to build it? And what secrets have enabled it to survive for over 2,000 years? We unravel its mysteries and rewrite its complex history through groundbreaking science and pioneering drone technology. This is how the wall was built, what its real purpose was, how it has survived multiple earthquakes and attacks, and how long it really runs.
Épisode 1 - Tut's Tomb
25 avril 2016 - 5/5
Could Queen Nefertiti's mummy be hidden somewhere in King Tut's tomb? It's just one of many mysteries we investigate.
Épisode 2 - The Copper Scroll
2 mai 2016
Journey from the Holy Land to Egypt to Rome as we reveal the secrets of a 2,000-year-old copper scroll treasure map.
Épisode 3 - The Holy Grail
9 mai 2016
The quest for the Holy Grail has consumed knights and crusaders, and has inspired legendary tales and Hollywood blockbusters. Could it be that the epic search is finally over? One church in Spain says they have found the sacred chalice, and that they have evidence to prove it, but some experts believe this is just the latest in a long line of false claims. Our team traces the extraordinary story behind this ultimate relic and uses forensic and historic analysis in an attempt to solve this 2,000-year mystery.
Épisode 4 - Egypt's Lost City
16 mai 2016 - 5/5
How could one of ancient Egypt's largest cities simply vanish? Join the hunt to find out.
Épisode 5 - America's Lost Pyramid
23 mai 2016 - 5/5
Five hundred years before Columbus arrived, a metropolis flourished in North America. It was bigger than Paris and London and featured a towering pyramid that still stands today. What happened to this ancient mega-city and why has it remained one of Western archaeology's best-kept secrets? Using modern technology, we explore this lost empire and reveal its shocking past that marked the dramatic rise and fall of America's first great city.
Épisode 6 - Hunt for Atlantis
30 mai 2016
Join our team of experts as they travel to the Mediterranean to find the truth behind the legend of Atlantis.
Épisode 1 - Tower of Babel
24 avril 2017
Inside the legendary city of Babylon in modern-day Iraq lie the remains of a vast structure, which ancient records suggest was the Tower of Babel. Is it possible that this biblical stairway to heaven actually existed? Experts think it did, and thanks to satellite technology and new discoveries, they have pinpointed exactly where the legendary tower once stood, and what it looked like. Join us as we revisit the inspiration for one of the strangest stories in the Bible, and then recreate the spectacular skyscraper in all its glory.
Épisode 2 - Riddle of Petra
1 mai 2017
Over 2,000 years ago, Petra was a flourishing capital city in the Arabian Desert, but at some point, its inhabitants fled the majestic metropolis. Why they abandoned it has remained one of the great mysteries of the ancient world. But now, archaeologists have uncovered incredible new evidence that is unlocking the secrets and rewriting the history of this desert city. Join us as we examine the remarkable history of Petra, how the Nabataeans transformed it into a thriving oasis, and why and when the tribe's luck eventually ran out.
Épisode 3 - Stonehenge Mystery
8 mai 2017
Stonehenge is a marvel of prehistoric architecture. For centuries, archaeologists have been piecing together its history and its meaning, but the reason for its location in a remote corner of England remains one of its biggest mysteries. Now, after years of investigation, a team of experts has discovered an ancient mass grave at the Stonehenge site, a revelation that is overturning and reshaping the 5,000 year history of this massive edifice. Join us as we reveal new secrets about the world's most famous surviving monument from the Stone Age.
Épisode 4 - Headless Gladiators of York
15 mai 2017
It remains one of the grisliest finds in ancient archaeology: the skeletons of over 80 battle-scarred men, many of them ritualistically decapitated and then buried nearly 2,000 years ago in York, England. Who were these people? Now, after more than a decade, a team of archaeologists and scientists believe they've finally solved the mystery. Could this site actually be the largest gladiatorial cemetery ever found? Join us as we apply modern day technology to reveal the secrets hidden in these ancient bones and remains of the Roman Empire.
Épisode 5 - Plagues of Egypt
22 mai 2017
It's one of the greatest and strangest stories ever told, the biblical tale of God unleashing 10 plagues on Egypt until its pharaoh released his Hebrew slaves. Scholars have categorized this as a parable, but now, new evidence found in the ruins of an ancient Egyptian temple suggests that an apocalyptic natural disaster rocked the world 3,500 years ago and may be the true cause of the ten plagues. If the experts are right, our understanding of the Bible, and 3,500 years of Egyptian history, will change forever.
Épisode 6 - Shrunken Heads
29 mai 2017
In the 1840s, Western explorers entered the Amazon rainforest and stumbled upon the ancient ritual of head shrinking. This isolated ceremonial practice soon became an obsession to trophy collectors, setting off a bizarre international trade, and a deadly new chapter in the history of the Shuar tribe. Follow a team of anthropologists, historians, and scientists as they use DNA, forensic science, and computer modeling to examine the ancient craft of head shrinking and the story of a society of victims, who were also perpetrators.
Épisode 7 - Bog Bodies
5 juin 2017
In Northern Europe, many ancient bog bodies have been discovered, spread across hundreds of square miles of cold wetlands. These corpses tell a story of brutal death and mysterious rituals during Northern Europe's Iron Age. For decades, there were few explanations as to why these people were so violently killed. Now, using new techniques utilized by police to solve modern murders, archaeologists are cracking these 2,300-year-old cold cases, while discovering new insights into this enigmatic period of world history.
Épisode 8 - Garden of Eden
12 juin 2017
On a hilltop in southeastern Turkey, archaeologists have unearthed a complex of standing stones that pre-dates Stonehenge by more than 6,000 years. This monument has rewritten prehistoric archaeology and fascinated some theologians, who have linked the site to the Garden of Eden. Take an up-close look at Gobekli Tepe and its intricate carvings, which feature a landscape with wildlife, birds, and serpents. Then see how this 11,000-year-old wonder has forced archaeologists to rethink their understanding of the beginnings of human civilization.
Épisode 1 - Jonah and the Whale
24 septembre 2018
The story of Jonah and the Whale is one of the most famous, and most mysterious, tales in the Old Testament. Recent finds by archaeologists in the ruins beneath Jonah's shrine in Iraq make a compelling argument that many of the events and characters in this biblical parable are based on fact. See treasures that date back over 2,500 years and discover a lost world where the prophet Jonah himself may have preached.
Épisode 2 - Grave of the Vikings
1 octobre 2018
From the 8th to 11th century, the Vikings ruled what is now Scandinavia and terrorized Northern Europe. But a thousand years ago, these fearsome fighters disappeared from history. Now, a remarkable discovery in Denmark may finally explain what defeated this seemingly invincible nation. Follow a team of archaeologists as they excavate a fascinating burial site, use state-of-the-art X-ray technology to analyze their findings, and examine the life of an elite warrior.
Épisode 3 - The Pharaoh in the Suburbs
8 octobre 2018
Until recently, the Egyptian pharaoh known as Psamtik I was little more than a footnote in history. That all changed in 2017 when archaeologists excavating a site in a Cairo suburb stumbled upon the remnants of a massive statue made in his honor. See how this remarkable find has led to the rediscovery of a game-changing ruler who rescued his crumbling country from vicious invaders, brought a golden era to ancient Egypt, and had a far greater impact on western civilization--and western art--than history had led experts to believe.
Épisode 4 - Egypt's Lost Princess
15 octobre 2018 - 3/5
Egypt's Valley of the Kings is a royal cemetery unlike any other. For over 200 years, archaeologists have combed over every inch of it in search of knowledge and treasure. Many believed the valley had no more secrets to reveal, but that all changed in 2011 when an unidentified tomb was found, a discovery that has rewritten what we know about ancient Egypt's royal burials. Join us as we investigate the mysteries inside the burial site involving a dismembered princess, a second coffin, and evidence of state-sponsored tomb raiding.
Épisode 5 - Beasts of the Pharaohs
22 octobre 2018 - 3/5
Hierakonpolis was once one of the ancient world's forgotten cities, only of passing interest to archaeologists. That changed with the discovery of a prehistoric cemetery containing the remains of Egypt's first kings and those of wild and exotic animals. Evidence suggests these beasts were gathered from across the continent, but why? Follow archaeologists as they explore this 6,000-year-old cemetery, unlocking secrets that are redefining everything scholars thought they knew about Egypt in the time before the pharaohs.
Épisode 6 - King Solomon's Mines
29 octobre 2018 - 4/5
In the Old Testament, Solomon was painted as a wise king who amassed a fortune. For centuries, historians and treasure seekers have been on the hunt for the source of his legendary wealth. Now, recent discoveries in the Timna Valley in Israel have revealed an industrial complex from the time of the king that could have made him rich beyond man's wildest dreams. Could archaeologists have found proof that King Solomon's mines are real?
Épisode 1 - Tut's Last Mission
18 novembre 2019 - 3/5
Dans le Grand Musée d'Egypte, en banlieue du Caire, d'éminents experts ont rassemblé plus de 5 000 objets du quotidien et bijoux retrouvés dans la tombe du pharaon de la XVIIIe dynastie, Toutankhamon. C'est l'occasion de s'interroger sur les raisons de la présence d'un tel trésor autour d'un roi. Des découvertes étayées par des analyses scientifiques dévoilent une nouvelle histoire : celle d'un souverain qui s'était mis au défi de mener une bataille destinée à préserver l'avenir de son pays.
Épisode 2 - Viking Murder Mystery
25 novembre 2019
Un charnier de trente corps, découvert en avril 2018 sur une île suédoise, a relancé différentes théories sur la civilisation des vikings. Les énigmes concernant l'histoire de ce peuple présenté comme brutal sont encore nombreuses. De nouvelles études s'appuyant sur les derniers outils technologiques tentent de percer le mystère de cette communauté de guerriers.
Épisode 3 - Gangs of Pompeii
2 décembre 2019
Pompéi a été brusquement gelée dans le temps il y a près de deux millénaires par l'éruption du Vésuve, son remarquable état de conservation offre un aperçu sans pareil de la vie quotidienne de l'une des plus grandes civilisations de l'histoire. Mais des fouilles archéologiques ont mis au jour 55 corps recroquevillés dont l´analyse scientifique révèle qu´une criminalité organisée violente proche de l´anarchie se cachait depuis des siècles à la vue de tous même jusque dans les derniers moments de la cité... La vie à Pompéi était loin d'être civilisée. Grâce aux percées scientifiques et archéologiques, les experts ont découvert qu´une criminalité organisée violente et une anarchie se cachaient depuis des siècles à la vue de tous même dans les derniers moments de la cité...
Épisode 4 - Rome's Sunken City
9 décembre 2019
Au large des côtes tunisiennes en septembre 2017, des plongeurs ont découvert d'étonnantes trouvailles, cachées au fond de l'océan. Cette métropole vivante était autrefois un avant-poste vital de Rome. De nouvelles recherches et investigations mettent en lumière la catastrophe qui a rayé Neapolis de la surface de la terre. Près de 1700 ans après sa disparition, cette nouvelle découverte redonne à Neapolis sa réputation de joyau de la couronne de l'Empire romain.
Épisode 5 - Egypt's Apocalypse Volcano
16 décembre 2019
En 44 avant J.-C., la sécheresse, la famine et la maladie gagnent l'Égypte et le monde entier semble dressé contre Cléopâtre après l'assassinat de Jules César. De nouveaux indices découverts dans les calottes glaciaires du Groenland suggèrent aujourd'hui que la chute de l'Ancien Empire égyptien n'est peut-être pas uniquement liée à Cléopâtre, mais pourrait avoir été précipitée par une importante éruption volcanique. Climatologues et égyptologues unissent leur savoir pour découvrir si un volcan a bien causé la disparition de ce dernier.
Épisode 6 - Crucifixion Mystery
23 décembre 2019
La crucifixion de Jésus Christ est l'un des récits les plus célèbres de tous les temps et pourtant, aucune preuve matérielle n'a jamais prouvé que cet événement se soit véritablement produit. D'ailleurs on ne conserve aujourd'hui que très peu de traces de ce châtiment, de fait rarement pratiqué. Pourtant en avril 2018, des archéologues ont fait une découverte explosive dans le nord de l'Italie : des restes d'un homme cloué sur une croix en bois, datant de 2000 ans. Serait-ce la preuve que Jésus a été crucifié ? De nouvelles recherches vont tenter d'apporter des éléments de réponse sur cet événement emblématique de l'Histoire...
Épisode 1 - Cleopatra's Lost City
9 août 2021
Canopus was a sacred city, beloved by Cleopatra and shaped not only by ancient Egyptians, but by Greeks, Romans, and Christians for millennia. And then it was gone...submerged beneath the waves by a series of earthquakes, floods, and rising seawater. Now, thanks to a unique, cutting edge excavation, the lost city of Canopus has been found, startling the archaeological world and revealing new secrets about this bustling, brilliant city and the saints, sinners, pharaohs, and emperors who occupied it.
Épisode 2 - Rome's Secret Weapon
16 août 2021
In 2015, an archaeological investigation of an ancient Scottish battlefield uncovered a vast array of ballistic weaponry. X-ray scans revealed it came from a secret weapon called a manuballista, the Roman Empire's equivalent of an assault rifle. Military experts believe it was more accurate and more deadly than any other in the ancient world, but does reality match the legend? Join us as we reconstruct this terrifying killing machine to test its true power and to demonstrate how it stamped out resistance and paved the way for Rome's domination.
Épisode 3 - Underwater Stonehenge
23 août 2021
A routine dive for shipwrecks off the Mediterranean coast turns into the discovery of a lifetime for maritime archaeologists Ehud Galili when he stumbles upon the perfectly preserved remains of a 9,000-year-old settlement. Among the findings: a megalithic stone circle, twice as old as Stonehenge. Who were the people who built this remarkable monument? Why did they do it? And what rituals were held here? A remarkable breakthrough in DNA technology may answer these and other questions surrounding this mysterious find.
Épisode 4 - Griffin Warrior
30 août 2021
No single civilization has had more impact on history than the ancient Greeks. But how it all started has always been shrouded in mystery. But now, a remarkable new discovery is revealing the mysterious origins of one of history's greatest cultures. See how the discovery of a 3,500-year-old tomb of a warrior-king plus a hoard of treasures from the age of myths and legends is helping a team of archaeologists piece together the story of how ancient Greece sprang into life and destroyed the even older Minoan civilization in the process.
Épisode 5 - Riddle of the Roman Skulls
13 septembre 2021
See why the discovery of strangely elongated skulls in an ancient cemetery is giving new insights into the fall of Rome.
Épisode 6 - Murdered Pharaoh
20 septembre 2021
In 2014, a shocking and gruesome discovery was made in the ancient Egyptian city of Abydos: a tomb, untouched for thousands of years, containing the mutilated remains of pharaoh. Most remarkably of all, official records say this king never existed. Who was this unknown ruler and why is there no apparent record of his reign? Follow investigators across the globe as they attempt to piece together the life and death of Seneb-kay and the breakaway dynasty he governed during one of the most violent and volatile periods in the country’s history.
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