The Dark Secrets Behind The Metropolitan Museum Of Art's Most Famous Exhibits

Go behind the scenes at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art to uncover the dark, hidden histories of world-famous artifacts. We investigate the medical evidence within Henry VIII’s final suit of armor to explain his transformation into a tyrant, explore the "Trial of the Century" sparked by a scandalous bronze statue, and reveal how ancient medieval technology was used by the US military in World War I. From Nazi-looted apocalyptic manuscripts to the mystery of the Holy Grail, discover the secrets hidden in plain sight. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact [email protected]