The television series "Ancient Aliens" is not accurate when discussing Ancient Egypt and its supposed origins on Earth by extraterrestrials. The show presents a number of theories that are not supported by evidence, and it often ignores or dismisses evidence that contradicts its claims.
For example, the show often cites the pyramids as evidence of alien involvement in Ancient Egypt. However, there is no evidence that the pyramids could not have been built by ancient Egyptians using their own technology. In fact, there is a great deal of evidence that the pyramids were built by ancient Egyptians, including the use of ramps and levers to move heavy stones, and the existence of quarry marks that show how the stones were cut.
The show also often cites ancient artwork as evidence of alien contact. However, these artworks can often be interpreted in other ways, and there is no reason to believe that they depict aliens. For example, the show often cites the "Eye of Horus" as evidence of alien contact. However, the Eye of Horus is a common symbol in Egyptian art, and it is more likely to represent a solar deity or a symbol of protection than an alien.
In general, the show "Ancient Aliens" is not a reliable source of information about Ancient Egypt or its origins. The show presents a number of theories that are not supported by evidence, and it often ignores or dismisses evidence that contradicts its claims. Here are some of the criticisms that have been made of the show:
- It presents pseudoscience as fact.
- It ignores or dismisses evidence that contradicts its claims.
- It relies on speculation and conjecture rather than evidence.
- It is not peer-reviewed.
- It is not based on the scientific method.
The show has been criticized by historians, cosmologists, archaeologists, and other scientists. In 2009, History professor Ronald H. Fritze observed that pseudoscience has periodic popularity in the U.S.:
Pseudoscience is a cyclical phenomenon. It seems to come and go in waves. Right now, it seems to be enjoying a period of renewed popularity, thanks in part to the History Channel's Ancient Aliens series.
The show has also been criticized by the Ancient Astronaut Society, which is a group of people who believe that aliens have visited Earth in the past. The society has said that the show "distorts and misrepresents" the work of serious researchers.