Did a global cataclysm destroy a lost civilization 12,000 years ago?
In short: Explore the controversial theory that a massive geological event triggered a sudden collapse of human civilization during the last Ice Age. This discussion examines the evidence for a global catastrophe that may have reshaped human history.
Journalist and author Graham Hancock discusses his long-term research into the possibility of a lost civilization that vanished approximately 12,000 years ago. The conversation centers on the theory that a global cataclysm occurred during this period, potentially linked to the Younger Dryas.
Hancock, known for his work on 'Ancient Apocalypse,' presents a narrative of a sophisticated society destroyed by a sudden, large-scale event. The video provides context on the evidence used to support these claims regarding the transition out of the last Ice Age.
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