Documentary

First Peoples

A five-part series that features the latest research exploring how early humans evolved. See how the mixing of prehistoric human genes led the way for our species to survive and thrive around the globe. Archaeology, genetics and anthropology cast new light on 200,000 years of history, detailing how early humans became dominant.

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Status

Ended

Original Name

First Peoples

First Air Date

June 24, 2015

Last Air Date

July 8, 2015

Seasons

1

Episodes

5

Language

English

Production Companies

Wall to WallARTEPBS

Networks

PBSARTEARTE

Europe
S01E05

Europe

When Homo sapiens turned up in prehistoric Europe, they ran into the Neanderthals. The two types of human were similar enough to interbreed — and both created artifacts of similar complexity. But as more and more Homo sapiens moved into Europe, the balance of power shifted. Neanderthals were overwhelmed. Ever since, we’ve had Europe and the rest of the world to ourselves.

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