Uploaded April 2021 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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If mainstream archaeologists and historians are wrong, what is the true history of our planet? Could we be the descendants of or creations of ancient aliens? And if so, who would believe this theory?

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Check out AlternateHistoryHub's video!
The History of the World According to 'Ancient Aliens' - youtu.be/vDq8vQ0t67A

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Thank you to Amazing Places on Our Planet for allowing me to use their footage!
Nazca Lines, Peru in 4K Ultra HD - youtu.be/ROrrCkxR2tY

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