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The haunting history of the Paris Catacombs - Stephanie H. Smith

For centuries, Parisians had buried their dead in the Cemetery of the Innocents. By the 18th century, the grounds had become overcrowded — spewing foul odors across the city. Residents worried that it posed a public health threat, and petitioned the government for a solution. But where could they move millions of remains? Stephanie H. Smith explores the vast, underground network of the Catacombs. Lesson by Stephanie H. Smith, directed by Laura Jayne Hod

English
  • Originally Aired April 2, 2026
  • Runtime 6 minutes
  • Production Code ngarNTPMclE
  • Network YouTube
  • On Other Sites Official Website
  • Created May 13, 2026 by
    Kocha
  • Modified May 13, 2026 by
    Kocha