Extinction by Fire: How a Supervolcano Wiped Out the Neanderthals | Full Documentary

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Could nature have sealed the fate of the Neanderthals? Around 39,000 years ago, the massive eruption of the Campi Flegrei supervolcano in southern Italy may have triggered a climatic catastrophe that accelerated the Neanderthals’ extinction. In Part 2 of Neanderthal Apocalypse, scientists investigate how this deadly eruption plunged Europe into a volcanic winter, and explore whether the resulting food shortages and extreme cold proved too much for even the most resilient hunter-gatherers. Meanwhile, groundbreaking genetic research - such as the sequencing of the Neanderthal genome in the 2010s - reveals that their legacy may live on in us. This episode combines archaeology, climate science, and genetics to unravel one of the greatest mysteries of human evolution. #volcano #neanderthal #evolution #documentary Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/UUaxDxbu1NY ---- On Get.history, a free documentary streaming channel, you can explore historical mysteries, scientific breakthroughs, biographical content and untold stories from around the world. Uncover the secrets of the Knights Templar, investigate Ancient Civilizations like Teotihuacán and Carthage, and examine pivotal moments in history, from World War II battles to the Cold War. Dive into a world of discovery every week with our documentary collection and perfectly timed series. New uploads of full-length documentaries and docu-series every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday. Subscribe to our channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@Get.history Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@get.history