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A 1995 discovery alters perceptions of gender roles in the Paleolithic Era.

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Two experts conduct a virtual autopsy on skeletal remains from Roman Britain.

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An osteoarcheologist explores possible explanations for a nail found through a heel bone.

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Archaeologist Edithe Pereira analyzes prehistoric wall paintings — careful to avoid wasps!

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Professor Eric Poehler examines the ancient streets of Pompeii.

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Scientists find signs of plague in tooth samples dating to the Late Roman Empire.

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Analyzing the style and shape of hieroglyphs can shed light on the ancient artists' lives.

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After excavating its remains, scientists see what the Iznik basilica may have looked like.

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Eiffel’s use of iron to build his tower represented a radical architectural shift.

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Gustave Eiffel had a lengthy résumé before he built his namesake tower.

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A collector talks his love of dinosaurs and shows off the displays in his home.

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The original buyer and seller of “Big John” discuss their feelings about the sale.