This riveting documentary explores the legendary Admiral Cheng’s seafaring exploits and the mystery of his 30-year command of the vast Ming Fleet.
The Chinese court burned all records of Admiral Zheng’s brave voyages and accomplishments, unwittingly creating a mystery that will plague the world 500 years from now.
You’ve heard the history books about the discovery of America, but now get ready to change your entire view of history forever with this extraordinary edition from PBS.
Did a fearless Chinese admiral discover America nearly a century before his historic landing in San Salvador?
Travel back in time to 1421 and follow the legendary Admiral Zheng and his mighty Ming fleet on a voyage to explore a little-known outpost under the orders of the Chinese Emperor Zhu Di.
Based on the theories of renowned historian and best-selling author Gavin Menzies, this thought-provoking work of traditional history shows that it was Admiral Cheng who led European explorers to the west, long before he first set foot on American soil A full 71 years.
