How Climate Made History
This two-parter takes a fresh look at climate's complexities in an amazing exploration of the way it has shaped human history. A unique combination of natural science and history takes us through the ages and along the entire spectrum of natural forces. The gripping narrative exposes surprising connections between volatile climate shifts and major historical events.
Season 1
2 episodes
1. Episode 1Ever since the Big Bang, powerful forces have forged the conditions on Earth that have made life here possible. In a single breath-taking sequence, we travel through the millennia to witness the formation of our planet, its singular position in relation to the sun and the evolution of our continents6CC47minJan 11, 2015
2. Episode 2Is it possible that climate change could have kick-started the end of Antiquity? When temperatures drop and the climate becomes drier, the Huns swarm Europe. It’s the last straw and brings about a mass migration that shakes the foundations of the Roman Empire.6CC47minJan 18, 2015
How Climate Made History
This two-parter takes a fresh look at climate's complexities in an amazing exploration of the way it has shaped human history. A unique combination of natural science and history takes us through the ages and along the entire spectrum of natural forces. The gripping narrative exposes surprising connections between volatile climate shifts and major historical events.
Creators and cast
- Directors
- Sigrun Laste
- Studio
- Story House Productions, ZDF Enterprises
Maturity rating
6Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
German
Where to watch
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