How America’s First Megacity Disappeared | Civilization Story

Discover the incredible story of the ancient mound builders, the mysterious civilizations that built massive earthen pyramids across North America thousands of years before European contact. This complete historical exploration reveals the truth about Cahokia, Watson Brake, and Poverty Point—America's oldest and most impressive pre-Columbian monuments.

Journey through 7,000 years of Native American history as we uncover Watson Brake in Louisiana, the oldest ceremonial complex in North America that predates the Egyptian pyramids. Explore Poverty Point, a massive trade empire built by hunter-gatherers with networks spanning thousands of miles. Then witness the rise and mysterious fall of Cahokia, an ancient American city near modern St. Louis that was larger than London in 1250 CE.

Learn about the Mississippian culture, their sophisticated astronomical observatories, extensive trade networks, and engineering marvels that rival anything in the ancient world. Discover why these lost civilizations were forgotten, how racist myths obscured the truth, and what modern archaeology reveals about their descendants.

This documentary covers the complete story of America's mound builder cultures, including archaeological discoveries, mysterious abandonment theories, and connections to modern Indigenous tribes. Perfect for history enthusiasts interested in ancient civilizations, American history, archaeological mysteries, and indigenous cultures.

Featured sites: Cahokia Mounds, Watson Brake, Poverty Point, Moundville, Great Serpent Mound, and Spiro Mounds. Explore topics including ancient architecture, pre-Columbian America, ceremonial complexes, and the legacy of Native American civilizations.

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