Drain the Oceans

20184 series
Available on Nat Geo HD
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Maritime mysteries - old and new - come to life in this 10-episode series, combining scientific data and digital re-creations to reveal shipwrecks, treasures, and sunken cities on the bottom of lakes, seas and oceans around the world. Innovative technology allows viewers to see what lies on the floors of large bodies of water such as the Gulf of Mexico, the Nile, the Indian Ocean, the Baltic Sea and the Atlantic Ocean as if they had been drained. Then, in a quest to explain natural wonders and man-made catastrophes, stories tell of how vessels sank, what ancient geological formations reveal about life on Earth, where Nazi secrets now reside, and why so many continue to search for the legendary city of Atlantis.

Secrets of D-Day: Episode Image
Episode 1Secrets of D-Day

Sonar technology heads beneath Normandy's waves for a powerful look at the hundred-plus ships wrecked during the largest amphibious invasion ever. 7+

America's Lost Treasures: Episode Image
Episode 2America's Lost Treasures

Experts explore how the history of America is hidden beneath its harbours, shorelines and streets (2 of 3). All Ages.

Rise of the Roman Empire: Episode Image
Episode 15Rise of the Roman Empire

Experts learn secrets of the Roman Empire when they uncover one of the oldest shipwrecks in the world. A port lost for centuries is also discovered. 7+

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