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Oct 28, 2026 4 hr 6 min

Were The 'Dark Ages' Really That Dark?

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The Dark Ages have been misunderstood. History has identified the period following the fall of the Roman Empire as a descent into barbarism - a terrible time when civilization stopped. Waldemar Januszczak disagrees. In this four-part series, he argues that the Dark Ages were a time of great artistic achievement, with new ideas and religions provoking new artistic adventures. He embarks on a fascinating trip across Europe, Africa, and Asia visits the world's most famous collections, and discovers hidden artistic gems, all to prove that the Dark Ages were actually an 'Age of Light'.Uploaded 02-03-25💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDo you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands? Join History Hit today and stream hundreds of exclusive documentaries, with new releases every week. Plus, enjoy ad-free access to our podcast network for even more history every week.Head over to https://bit.ly/45CPh5u to embark on your journey through history!This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network.

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