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# Stuff You Should Know: How the Terracotta Army Works

In this episode, Josh and Chuck dive into one of history's most incredible archaeological discoveries: the Terracotta Army buried with China's first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. They explore how thousands of life-sized clay soldiers were painstakingly created by hand using ancient techniques, what prompted an emperor to commission such an elaborate underground military force for the afterlife, and the fascinating details of Qin Shi Huang's brutal reign and obsession with immortality. The episode also touches on the booby traps, mercury rivers, and other treasures surrounding his tomb that archaeologists are still cautious about excavating today.