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Recently Discovered Letter Anticipates Hindenburg Problems
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A newly discovered letter reveals Cpt. Lehmann knew of the Hindenburg's damaged gas bag.
A Samurai's Christening Affects Global Trade Routes
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On his diplomatic mission to Europe, samurai Hasekura Tsunenaga converts to Christianity.
Plotting to Recover a Stolen Caravaggio
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Fr. Zerafa and Maltese law enforcement work together to recover a Caravaggio painting.
A Mysterious Discovery at Great Zimbabwe
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Discover a mysterious find that could reveal how people lived at Great Zimbabwe.
Chinese Pottery Reveals Great Zimbabwe’s Global Trade Network
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Chinese pottery fragments reveal Great Zimbabwe’s far-reaching global trade network.
The Colonial Myths Behind Great Zimbabwe
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Racist colonial reports denied that Africans built Great Zimbabwe.
3D Modeling Brings a 4th-Century Basilica Back to Life
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After excavating its remains, scientists see what the Iznik basilica may have looked like.
An Underwater Dive to see the Sunken Basilica Up Close
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Scientists explore the underwater ruins of a 4th-century basilica.
Gustave Eiffel’s Credentials
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Gustave Eiffel had a lengthy résumé before he built his namesake tower.
Selling the Largest Triceratops Ever Found
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The original buyer and seller of “Big John” discuss their feelings about the sale.
A Collector Shows Off His Dinosaurs
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A collector talks his love of dinosaurs and shows off the displays in his home.
A Revolutionary Use of Iron
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Eiffel’s use of iron to build his tower represented a radical architectural shift.
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