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Jul 14 2015

How the Terracotta Army Works

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In 1974, Chinese farmers discovered the first of what would number 7,000 terracotta soldiers meant to protect China's first emperor in the afterlife.

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In this episode of Stuff You Should Know, Josh and Chuck dive into the incredible story of China's famous Terracotta Army - the thousands of life-sized clay warriors discovered by farmers digging a well in 1974. They explore the fascinating history of Emperor Qin Shi Huang, China's brutal first emperor who commissioned this massive underground army to protect him in the afterlife, and reveal the mind-blowing craftsmanship and detail that went into creating each unique soldier. The hosts also discuss the ongoing excavation efforts and what other treasures might still be buried in this ancient funerary complex.


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Hey Dude
Hey Dude
1989
★ 6.8
"stars of the cult classic show HeyDude — Referenced in an ad for a podcast where the stars of the show discuss the 90s."
Raiders of the Lost Ark
Raiders of the Lost Ark
1981 1h 55m
★ 7.9
"very much like Raiders of the Lost Ark, apparently, Qin's tomb or the whole complex was booby-trapped — Josh compares the booby-trapped tomb of Emperor Qin to the booby traps in Raiders of the Lost Ark." — Josh

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