How Climate Made History

This two-parter takes a fresh look at climate's complexities in an amazing exploration of the way it has shaped human history. A unique combination of natural science and history takes us through the ages and along the entire spectrum of natural forces. The gripping narrative exposes surprising connections between volatile climate shifts and major historical events.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

Klima macht Geschichte

First Air Date

January 11, 2015

Last Air Date

January 18, 2015

Seasons

Episodes

Language

German

Production Companies

Story House Productions ZDF Enterprises

Networks

ZDF

S01E02

Episode 2

Is it possible that climate change could have kick-started the end of Antiquity? When temperatures drop and the climate becomes drier, the Huns swarm Europe. It’s the last straw and brings about a mass migration that shakes the foundations of the Roman Empire.

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