Cold War Spy-Satellite Images Unveil Lost Cities
 

A funny thing happened on the way to total world destruction: Recon photos of possible missile sites actually revealed thousands of once hidden and unknown archaeological sites. "Some of these sites are gigantic, and they were completely unknown. We can see all kinds of things—ancient roads and canals. The images provide a very comprehensive picture."

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