Greatest Discoveries with Dan Snow — Season 1, Episode 2: Pompeii
Documentary • 67 min • 2 seasons, 7 episodes
Episode synopsis
In the year 79 A.D., Mount Vesuvius erupted burying the metropolis of Pompeii under a thick layer of ash and rock. The ruins were discovered by a topographic engineer in 1748. In this episode, historian Dan Snow enters this archaeological time capsule to answer a question that has intrigued the whole world, what happened in the last hours of Pompeii?
About Greatest Discoveries with Dan Snow
Dan Snow breathes new life into incredible archaeological discoveries, including an in-depth exploration of each discovery, delving into the history, myths, and legends surrounding these ancient sites. Through interviews with experts and on-site exploration, Snow brings these fascinating stories to life, offering a fresh perspective on some of the world’s most renowned archaeological wonders.