The Founding of America (S01E08)

The grand architecture of Washington D.C. draws heavily from ancient civilizations, featuring Greek columns, Roman domes, and even an Egyptian-style obelisk throughout the city. However, could these designs and underlying philosophies have roots in something beyond our world? Ancient Astronaut theorist Giorgio A. Tsoukalos travels to both Washington D.C. and Philadelphia to explore the foundations of American democracy. Was George Washington's experience at Valley Forge tied to an alien encounter that granted him extraordinary protection during the Revolutionary War? Are there hidden messages in the city's layout that reflect the values of its founders? Did Native American tales of Sky Gods influence the nation's creation? Could the Founding Fathers’ embrace of reason and science actually stem from extraterrestrial origins?