10 Ancient Superweapons That Shouldn’t Exist — But Did

Описание: When we think of ancient warfare, we picture swords, shields, and catapults. But what if some ancient civilizations wielded weapons so advanced they seem to belong in a science fiction movie? From death rays to unstoppable chemical fire, some of history's most devastating weapons were created thousands of years before their time.
In this video, we're counting down 10 ancient superweapons that shouldn't exist, but actually did. We'll uncover the secrets of Greek Fire, the Byzantine Empire's terrifying liquid flame that could burn on water. We'll explore the Claw of Archimedes, a gigantic crane designed to lift enemy ships out of the sea and smash them. And we'll examine the rumored technologies that blur the line between history and myth.
From repeating crossbows in ancient China to legendary swords forged from near-magical metals, we are investigating the lost engineering and forgotten science behind these incredible feats of military technology. How were these weapons possible, and why were their secrets lost to time?
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