Ancient Skies

Preview

Preview: Season 1 | 30s

Discover how centuries of knowledge, experimentation and engineering helped our ancestors understand the mysteries of space. Expert contributors decode astronomical myths and uncover the science behind their origins.

Aired: 07/24/19 | Rating: TV-PG

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• Preview

  Preview: S1 | 30s

• The Universe is Expanding

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• Shattering the Spheres

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