Summary
Highlights
The Minoans dominated the Mediterranean with magnificent artifacts. They spread across, trading for gold and ivory, growing ever richer until their civilization fades.
Archaeologists uncover the vast Portus harbor complex near Rome. This enabled massive grain imports to sustain the growing population. The hexagonal basin with quayside and warehouse proves essential. Canals connecting the port and the Tiber enabled the rapid transportation of goods to the heart of the empire.
A Roman shipwreck off the coast of Spain reveals vital information about Roman trade. The Bou Ferrer, laden with fish sauce (garum) and lead ingots marked with the emperor's stamp, providing information about Roman naval trade at the time. The disaster was most likely caused by a large storm which damaged the ship.
The construction of Caesarea Maritima proves the power of Roman hydraulic concrete. Roman engineers create an artificial harbor and protect it from earthquakes. Caissons filled and dropped into the water created strong bedrock. The site fell into disrepair when a tsunami ruined the port.
Marine geologist, Evi Nomikou searches for evidence of Santorini’s violent past and soon transforms data into computer imagery. A volcano erupts, triggering tsunamis on Crete, a collapse of the Minoan Civilization.
The Greek civilization spreads across spreading ideals and culture. A shipwreck is found dating back to the 4th century BC from the Greek Island of Chios carrying an expensive wine.
Bronze battering rams discovered reveals power clash between Ancient Superpowers with naval warfare ships. One battle damage ram reveals violent collision.
Why does the Sin City of the Roman Empire lie abandoned beneath the waves? The Romans built the city, Baiae. Beneath is a giant volcano, lava that breathes in, and out.
An archeologist discovers a villa outside old Pompeii with casts from a great discovery. Another archeologist learns the volcanic eruption was explosive sending large clouds with fire.
An anthropologist excavates victims in Herculaneum to find those who died due to natural disaster. This process excavates a lot of victims due to a surge of temperature.
Norway is home to Scandinavian sailing ships used to conquer the Earth. Scanning tools are utilized to remove sediment to reveal what lies beneath a field in Southern Norway revealing part of a ship. Later on during the Age, the Vikings opened new worlds due to the help of new ships.
Scientists strive to solve the mystery of Alexandria’s lighthouse and recreate one of the ancient wonders of the World. The city of Abydos holds Ancient boats beneath the Egyptian desert revealing beliefs of the afterlife.
An archeologist meets Abelino in Mexico who leads him to an old stone that showcases Maya political systems. A civilization collapses only to adapt and survive.