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SECRETS OF THE DEAD: Lost Treasures of Angkor - The Discovery

Archaeologist Barbara Armbruster closely analyzes the gold box.
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Archaeologist Barbara Armbruster closely analyzes the gold box.

Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2024 at 10 p.m. on KPBS TV / Stream now with the PBS app

Angkor was the capital of the Khmer empire, which controlled much of the region between the 9th and 15th centuries. The stunning accomplishments of Angkor’s great kings are clear to see – but the period preceding the foundation of their great city is shrouded in mystery. Now, the discovery of an incredible hoard of stunning artifacts is providing surprising new clues about this early Khmer society.

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Rare and precious gold and silver artifacts from the Savannakhet treasure room.
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Rare and precious gold and silver artifacts from the Savannakhet treasure room.

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