The Deadliest Tsunami in British History: Uncovering Doggerland

:ocean:A giant submarine landslide triggered a tsunami in British history.

:skull_and_crossbones:The tsunami buried Scotland under 8 meters of sediment and caused significant casualties.

:world_map:Doggerland, a low-lying plane, was devastated by the tsunami and turned into a swampy area.

:family:The tsunami had a profound impact on the Mesolithic population, wiping out a quarter of Britain's population at that time.

:earth_americas:This catastrophic event marked a turning point in prehistoric Britain's history.

What triggered the deadliest tsunami in British history?

—The deadliest tsunami in British history was triggered by a giant submarine landslide.

How deep was Scotland buried under sediment?

—Scotland was buried under 8 meters of sediment due to the tsunami.

What happened to Doggerland after the tsunami?

—Doggerland, a low-lying plane, was devastated by the tsunami and turned into a swampy, uninhabitable area.

How many casualties were there as a result of the tsunami?

—The tsunami caused significant casualties, estimated to have wiped out a quarter of Britain's Mesolithic population.

What impact did the tsunami have on prehistoric Britain?

—The tsunami marked a significant turning point in prehistoric Britain's history, leading to drastic changes in the population and landscape.

00:00Introduction to the deadliest tsunami in British history.

02:00Description of Doggerland, a low-lying plane connecting Britain and mainland Europe.

03:40Impact of the tsunami on Britain's population and landscapes.

06:00Explanation of the causes of the deadly tsunami.

09:30Details about the devastating effects and casualties of the tsunami.

14:00Significance of the tsunami in shaping prehistoric Britain's history.