BBC Two presents the second episode of the documentary series Pompeii: The New Dig, airing on April 22. The episode continues the journey of an all-Italian team of archaeologists as they uncover more secrets and mysteries of the ancient city of Pompeii.
In this installment, the team makes a fascinating discovery—the remains of a horse harness. However, the absence of any horse remains leads them to speculate about the horse’s potential escape from Pompeii as the deadly eruption unfolded.
The episode also introduces Professor Steven Tuck of Miami University, who joins the team to investigate the possibility of escape routes from the city and to determine the population of Pompeii at the time of the eruption.
Through immersive storytelling and on-site excavations, the episode offers viewers a unique perspective on the lives of those who called Pompeii home and the tragic events that unfolded. The discovery of the horse harness and the exploration of escape routes provide a poignant reminder of the human stories and individual tragedies that were a part of this historic event.
Pompeii: The New Dig Episode 2 airs on BBC Two at 9:00 pm on April 22, 2024.
