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Mystery of the Minoans

Episode 2 of 4

A look at how the Minoan civilisation, situated on the Mediterranean island of Crete, was wiped out 3,500 years ago by one of the biggest volcanic eruptions since the Ice Age on the nearby island of Thira. 21st century science reveals the horror the volcano unleashed.

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50 minutes

Audio described

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Role Contributor
Producer Danielle Peck
Series Producer Jessica Cecil
Executive Producer Alan Bookbinder

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