Vesuvius revisited: a new story of the day the world exploded

It was one of history’s most dramatic moments—but the eruption of Mount Vesuvius wasn’t a single disaster. Recent evidence reveals how three settlements faced three distinct fates, reshaping our understanding of how ancient Romans lived and died.

Why Tom Hiddleston can’t stop thinking about Pompeii

In a new National Geographic docudrama series, the award-winning actor unveils the latest insights into the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
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