

#449 – Graham Hancock: Lost Civilization of the Ice Age & Ancient Human History
829 snips Oct 16, 2024
Graham Hancock, a seasoned journalist and author, dives into the mesmerizing concept of a lost Ice Age civilization. He discusses the significant archaeological site of Göbekli Tepe and its implications for our understanding of ancient societies. Hancock also links global myths to catastrophic events like the Younger Dryas, suggesting advanced navigation techniques of ancient peoples. His insights challenge mainstream archaeology, urging open-mindedness towards our complex human past, while reflecting on how celestial knowledge influenced ancient cultures.
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Puzzlement with Human History
- Human history might not show straightforward progress, puzzling Graham Hancock.
- He questions the long hunter-gatherer phase preceding civilization.
Gobekli Tepe's Significance
- Gobekli Tepe's advanced construction challenges the conventional timeline of civilization.
- It suggests a more complex pre-agricultural society existed.
Discovery of Gobekli Tepe
- Gobekli Tepe was initially mistaken for Byzantine ruins by American archaeologists in the 1960s.
- Klaus Schmidt's excavation revealed its true age and significance.