The Artefacts That Prove The Dark Ages Weren't Actually So Dark

In this Timeline documentary, Waldemar Januszczak presents the artefacts that prove the Dark Ages were not so dark after all. Part of his landmark series, it showcases treasures and craftsmanship that reveal a sophisticated, creative early medieval world. The objects tell a story that contradicts centuries of dismissal. For lovers of history and art, it is a compelling case for reappraising a maligned age. Free to watch in HD on Dr Documentary.

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