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Did Leonardo Really Invent the Parachute?
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Forensic Reconstruction Reveals a Face from History
Forensic imaging specialist uses facial reconstruction software to see a face from history
Forensic imaging specialist uses facial reconstruction software to see a face from history
Bram Stoker's Notes and Research for Dracula
Take a look at the research Bram Stoker undertook as he shaped his character.
Take a look at the research Bram Stoker undertook as he shaped his character.
Vampire-Slaying Ritual in Romania
In 2004, a group of villagers has performed a vampire-slaying ritual in Romania.
In 2004, a group of villagers has performed a vampire-slaying ritual in Romania.
The Imposter, Lambert Simnel
The official record states the boy crowned King Edward in 1487 was actually an imposter.
The official record states the boy crowned King Edward in 1487 was actually an imposter.
Who Were the Princes in the Tower?
Legend has it, King Richard III had his two nephews killed at the Tower of London in 1483.
Legend has it, King Richard III had his two nephews killed at the Tower of London in 1483.
The SF Bay Model Shows the Escapees Could Have Survived
The Dutch scientists visit the physical model of the San Francisco Bay and delta system.
The Dutch scientists visit the physical model of the San Francisco Bay and delta system.
Competing Theories for Nail Found in Heel Bone
An osteoarcheologist explores possible explanations for a nail found through a heel bone.
An osteoarcheologist explores possible explanations for a nail found through a heel bone.
Identifying Biological Sex from Skeletal Remains
Two experts conduct a virtual autopsy on skeletal remains from Roman Britain.
Two experts conduct a virtual autopsy on skeletal remains from Roman Britain.
A Revolutionary Use of Iron
Eiffel’s use of iron to build his tower represented a radical architectural shift.
Eiffel’s use of iron to build his tower represented a radical architectural shift.
Gustave Eiffel’s Credentials
Gustave Eiffel had a lengthy résumé before he built his namesake tower.
Gustave Eiffel had a lengthy résumé before he built his namesake tower.
A Collector Shows Off His Dinosaurs
A collector talks his love of dinosaurs and shows off the displays in his home.
A collector talks his love of dinosaurs and shows off the displays in his home.
Selling the Largest Triceratops Ever Found
The original buyer and seller of “Big John” discuss their feelings about the sale.
The original buyer and seller of “Big John” discuss their feelings about the sale.
3D Modeling Brings a 4th-Century Basilica Back to Life
After excavating its remains, scientists see what the Iznik basilica may have looked like.
After excavating its remains, scientists see what the Iznik basilica may have looked like.
An Underwater Dive to see the Sunken Basilica Up Close
Scientists explore the underwater ruins of a 4th-century basilica.
Scientists explore the underwater ruins of a 4th-century basilica.
Who Was the Real Cleopatra?
What people know about Cleopatra is what we have seen in the movies.
What people know about Cleopatra is what we have seen in the movies.
Excavation of the Must Farm, the 'British Pompeii'
British experts join the excavation to uncover the secrets of the British Pompeii
British experts join the excavation to uncover the secrets of the British Pompeii
The Foundation Deposits Discovered at Taposiris Magna
Kathleen Martinez discovered the foundation deposits at the temple of TapOsiris Magna.
Kathleen Martinez discovered the foundation deposits at the temple of TapOsiris Magna.
Bite Force of the Cerrejón Crocodile
Scientists estimate the power of the Cerrejón crocodile's monstrous bite
Scientists estimate the power of the Cerrejón crocodile's monstrous bite
Discovery of the Giant Snake, Titanoboa
Experts examined the bones of a giant snake they discovered at the Cerrejón mine.
Experts examined the bones of a giant snake they discovered at the Cerrejón mine.
Which Giant Animal Was the Apex Predator?
Follow scientists trying to determine which giant animal was the apex predator
Follow scientists trying to determine which giant animal was the apex predator
Where Did the Ancient Teotihuacános Come From?
Archaeologists examine the bones found at Teotihuacan to find out where tens of thousa
Archaeologists examine the bones found at Teotihuacan to find out where tens of thousa
Development of Bronze Age Swords
The expert swordsman demonstrate the sword making process of the Bronze Age
The expert swordsman demonstrate the sword making process of the Bronze Age
Andrew Turnbull: The Most Reviled Man in Colonial Florida
Indentured servants escape from an infamous Florida plantation owner.
Indentured servants escape from an infamous Florida plantation owner.
The Yellow House
Vincent began to paint obsessively at the Yellow House.
Vincent began to paint obsessively at the Yellow House.
Nero's Banquets in Baiae
Nero spent a fortune on indulgent banquets in Baiae.
Nero spent a fortune on indulgent banquets in Baiae.
Baian Seafood Casserole and Oyster Farming in Baiae
Shellfish farming was an industry as far back as the Roman times.
Shellfish farming was an industry as far back as the Roman times.
What Happened at Baiae, Stayed at Baiae
Baiae was a resort where the Roman elites could let their hair down.
Baiae was a resort where the Roman elites could let their hair down.
Leonardo's Anatomical Drawings
Leonardo’s first dissections were in search of the soul.
Leonardo’s first dissections were in search of the soul.
Did Leonardo Really Invent the Parachute?
The parachute is one of many inventions attributed to Leonardo but he did not invent it.
The parachute is one of many inventions attributed to Leonardo but he did not invent it.
The True Story Behind the Guale Uprising
Guale natives revolt against Christian missionaries.
Guale natives revolt against Christian missionaries.
Recently Discovered Letter Anticipates Hindenburg Problems
A newly discovered letter reveals Cpt. Lehmann knew of the Hindenburg's damaged gas bag.
A newly discovered letter reveals Cpt. Lehmann knew of the Hindenburg's damaged gas bag.
The Vitruvian Man
The “Vitruvian Man,” which Leonardo drew in about 1490, seems to summarize all of his work
The “Vitruvian Man,” which Leonardo drew in about 1490, seems to summarize all of his work