The Greatest Discoveries in History | Mysteries Unearthed with Danny Trejo

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• 0:45OtherYang ZhifaIn 1974, while digging a well in Xiyang Village, China, farmer Yang Zhifa discovers a broken sculpture head, sparking a chain of events.
• 2:15OtherYang ZhifaThe discovery of the sculpture head leads to the unearthing of the vast Terracotta Army, an astonishing archaeological find.
• 3:37OtherQin Shi HuangThe Terracotta Army was created to protect China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, in his afterlife, showcasing ancient imperial power.
• 4:03OtherYang ZhifaThe discovery of the Terracotta Army leads to the forced eviction and hardship for the villagers, including one discoverer's tragic suicide.
• 7:08OtherDon WildmanIn 1785, a farmer near Silchester, England, discovers a large gold ring while plowing his field, sparking a historical mystery.
• 8:26OtherDon WildmanThe gold ring, inscribed with Latin, is later linked to a curse tablet found at the Temple of Nodens during an excavation in 1805.
• 10:46OtherJ.R.R. TolkienArchaeologist Sir Mortimer Wheeler, with help from J.R.R. Tolkien, connects the ring and curse tablet, inspiring 'The Hobbit' and 'Lord of the Rings'.
• 15:05OtherSusan HendryIn 2004, Susan Hendry discovers a painting of Jesus Christ among her late father's belongings, later appraised at $750.

Descripción

This Mysteries Unearthed with Danny Trejo compilation uncovers the astonishing discovery of the Terracotta Warriors in a Chinese village, the hunt for the most valuable artwork in history, and powerful divine discoveries that continue to reshape our understanding of the past. New Episodes Return Thurs., Feb. 26 at 9/8c on HISTORY! Watch full episodes and stay up to date on all of your favorite The HISTORY Channel shows at http://history.com/schedule. #MysteriesUnearthed Subscribe for more from Mysteries Unearthed with Danny Trejo and other great The HISTORY Channel shows: http://histv.co/SubscribeHistoryYT Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/history TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@history From dangerous explosives and deadly curses that put everyday people at risk, to treasures found in the unlikeliest of ways, each episode digs into the people, the places and historical significance of these discoveries. And sometimes just being in the right place at the right time can make history…because nothing stays hidden forever. The HISTORY® Channel, a division of A+E Global Media, is the premier destination for historical storytelling. From best-in-class documentary events, to a signature slate of industry leading nonfiction series and premium fact-based scripted programming, The HISTORY® Channel serves as the most trustworthy source of informational entertainment in media. The HISTORY® channel has been named the #1 U.S. TV network in buzz for seven consecutive years by YouGov BrandIndex, and a top favorite TV network by Beta Research Corporation. For a deeper dive, visit history.com or follow @history on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and TikTok.