Ancient Engineering

★ 5.7IMDb Score
Released:2021-04-07
Duration:51 min
Director:Brad Hayward
Actors:
Production:Off the Fence

Overview:

Using the latest technological insights, this series sheds new light on how incredible feats of ancient engineering were achieved and how they continue to influence modern-day engineers and shape our world.

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