America Unearthed (2012)

Episode Overview

Before the United States declared independence, the future of its vast territories was uncertain, ready to be claimed by anyone bold enough to do so. Scott Wolter is called to investigate an ancient land claim, leading him on a remarkable journey to determine if French fur traders were secretly trying to seize pre-Columbian land rights established long before. The mystery may hinge on finding a long-lost artifact, rumored to bear enigmatic carvings understood only by those with esoteric knowledge. As Scott delves into this overlooked chapter of American history, he reveals a cutthroat struggle for land where victory often requires underhanded tactics.