‘Pompeii’s Secret Underworld’ on ‘NOVA’
Wednesday, March 18 at 8 p.m.
For centuries, archaeologists have explored Pompeii as a sophisticated city at the heart of an advanced ancient civilization. But a new series of excavations paints a complex picture of the city buried by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 CE.
New archaeological evidence finds 2,000-year-old lines of graffiti, human remains and artifacts from ancient homes and businesses. The explorations reveal a city of wealth and extreme poverty. Before Vesuvius erupted, the ancient Roman Empire hid a very dark side.
Take a step back in time. See the earth as it once was. Meet creatures and people you could only dream of like Lucy, the 3.2-million-year-old fossil. With content presented by Arizona PBS, learn about ancient civilizations and enrich yourself with fascinating histories.
