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Season 53 Episode 8
Athens: Birth of Democracy

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Follow archaeological investigations into the dramatic origins of democracy in Greece 2,500 years ago. Mass graves and ancient ruins where tyrants were murdered shine new light on the birth of a revolutionary form of government.

Aired: 04/14/26 | Expires: 05/27/26 | Runtime: 53m 40s
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