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The Best Episodes of Secrets of the Dead Season 6

Every episode of Secrets of the Dead Season 6 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Secrets of the Dead Season 6!

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Secrets of the Dead Season 6 Episode 1 - Dogfight Over Guadalcanal
    7.0/10(31 votes)

    #1 - Dogfight Over Guadalcanal

    S6:E1

    A pivotal moment in World War II, one of the most legendary and best documented dogfights in Air Force history is reconstructed.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Secrets of the Dead Season 6 Episode 2 - Battle for the Bible
    7.7/10(32 votes)

    #2 - Battle for the Bible

    S6:E2

    The story behind the creation of the King James Bible from mysterious and inaccessible Latin texts to a book for the common english speaking people.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Secrets of the Dead Season 6 Episode 3 - Herculaneum Uncovered
    8.1/10(31 votes)

    #3 - Herculaneum Uncovered

    S6:E3

    On August 24th, A.D. 79, Mount Vesuvius erupted, burying the city of Herculaneum. This program documents the archaeological re-discovery of that ancient, well preserved city on the Bay of Naples.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Secrets of the Dead Season 6 Episode 4 - Headless Romans
    7.3/10(21 votes)

    #4 - Headless Romans

    S6:E4

    This documentary attempts to explain the mystery behind an unusual ancient burial site unearthed in England, and it's connection with a Roman Emperor.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Secrets of the Dead Season 6 Episode 5 - Irish Escape
    6.9/10(16 votes)

    #5 - Irish Escape

    S6:E5

    A plea is smuggled to a New York reporter from within Western Australia's Fremantle Prison. This letter launched an American whaler that stood its ground against an armed British steamer for freedom and independence. The whaler was the Catalpa, its captain was George Anthony and its human cargo consisted of six Irish political prisoners, who had suffered at the Fremantle prison for a decade.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 6 Ratings Summary

"Dogfight Over Guadalcanal" is the best rated episode of "Secrets of the Dead" season 6. It scored 7/10 based on 31 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/8/2006. This episode is rated 0.7 points higher than the second-best, "Battle for the Bible".