Guy Raises Stonehenge Size Blocks By Himself

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The discussion centers around a video showcasing a person demonstrating simple techniques to raise large stone blocks, akin to those used in ancient structures like Stonehenge. Participants express admiration for the ingenuity displayed, contrasting it with misconceptions about ancient civilizations using anti-gravity technology for construction. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding real physics over pseudoscience in explaining historical achievements.

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  • Basic understanding of physics principles related to leverage and force.
  • Familiarity with ancient construction techniques and historical context.
  • Critical thinking skills to differentiate between scientific facts and pseudoscience.
  • Knowledge of popular media influences on public perception of history.
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  • Research ancient construction techniques used in monuments like Stonehenge and the Pyramids.
  • Explore the physics of leverage and how it applies to lifting heavy objects.
  • Investigate the impact of media on public understanding of historical facts.
  • Watch the video referenced in the discussion to analyze the techniques demonstrated.
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This discussion is beneficial for historians, educators, and anyone interested in debunking myths about ancient technologies and understanding the physics behind large-scale construction.

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Using extremely simple techniques:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-K7q20VzwVs
 
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Clever. I like it.

That's what we have IQ for.
 
I showed videos of this guy to someone last year who persistently tried to convince me that ancient civilisations had anti-gravity technology and that's how the pyramids, stone henge and the modern day coral castle were built. Despairingly they still didn't believe the real physics of it and sent me links to crackpot documentaries.
 
This guy is ingenious! I would have never thought of that. I suppose people back then had a fair amount of time to think after they collected their food and because they lacked reality tv.
 
That was very cool.
 

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