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Mysteries of the Terracotta Warriors

Jun 11, 2024 | IMDB 6.7

78 min Watch Now

Documentary

Thousands of terracotta warriors guarded the first Chinese emperor's tomb. This is their story, told through archeological evidence and reenactments.

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Dr. Hui Ming Tak Ted, Dr. Li Janice Xiuzhen, Zhu Sihong, Lan Desheng, Fu Jian, Prof. Lo Yuet Keung, Prof. Chen Liang, Jiang Wenxiao, Ma Yu, Dr. Guo Jinsong

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