Explore the fascinating world of Ötzi the Iceman in this 43-minute video lecture. Delve into the life and times of a 5,000-year-old hunter discovered in the Tyrolean Alps, whose remarkably preserved body offers unprecedented insights into the Copper Age. Examine Ötzi's clothing, gear, diet, and health conditions, including his mysterious tattoos. Investigate theories about his occupation, from metalworker to shepherd to hunter. Uncover details about Copper Age Europe, the culture Ötzi belonged to, and the early use of copper in Neolithic societies. Learn about Ötzi's DNA, his relatives, and the latest findings on the oldest wheels in the world. Finally, piece together the puzzle of Ötzi's last hours and the circumstances surrounding his death in the high mountain pass.
Overview
Syllabus
Ötzi the Iceman.
Sponsorship.
Who was Ötzi?.
Ötzi's Clothing.
Ötzi's Gear.
How old was Ötzi?.
How big was Ötzi?.
Ötzi's Diet.
Ötzi's Medical Conditions.
Ötzi's Tattoos.
Ötzi's Health.
What did Ötzi look like?.
Was Ötzi a metalworker?.
Was Ötzi a shepherd?.
Was Ötzi vegetarian?.
The Neolithic diet.
Was Ötzi a hunter?.
Was Ötzi a warrior?.
Copper Age Europe.
Where did Ötzi live?.
What culture did Ötzi come from?.
Ötzi's DNA.
Copper use in Neolithic Europe.
the Oldest Wheels in the World.
Ötzi's relatives.
Ötzi's last hours - what actually happened?.
Taught by
Dan Davis History
