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Egyptian Journeys with Dan Cruickshank

Documentary series in which Dan Cruickshank explores some of the most intriguing stories from Ancient Egypt.

1. Secrets of the Tomb Builders (28 mins)

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  • 6. The Death of Ancient Egypt
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  • 4. Building for Eternity
    Dan discovers the techniques ancient Egyptians used to make their pyramids last forever.
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  • 3. The Rebel Pharaoh
    Dan Cruickshank travels the Nile in search of the truth about Akhenaten.
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  • 2. The Pharaoh Hunter
    Dan looks at Howard Carter, the archaeologist who discovered the tomb of Tutankhamun.
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  • 1. Secrets of the Tomb Builders
    Dan visits the underground tombs in the Valley of the Kings.
    28 mins
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