The Lost Colonies of Ancient America: A Comprehensive Guide to the Pre-Columbian Visitors Who Really Discovered America

Frank Joseph challenges the traditional narrative that Christopher Columbus was the first to reach the Americas in his comprehensive guide to pre-Columbian visitors. He argues that numerous ancient civilizations crossed oceans long before 1492, leaving physical evidence that has been largely ignored by mainstream history. The book examines claims regarding Phoenicians, Egyptians, Vikings, Sumerians, Minoans, Romans, Celts, Hebrews, Indonesians, Africans, Chinese, Japanese, Welsh, Irish, and the Knights Templar. Joseph draws on decades of research to present artifacts such as an Egyptian temple found by Tennessee Valley Authority workers in 1935, a metal plate with a Phoenician woman’s image in Utah, and Viking structures near Boston. He questions why skilled seafarers like the Vikings would avoid transoceanic voyages if they were capable of them. The text also explores whether people who built the Great Pyramid lacked the maritime technology to cross the Atlantic. This work serves as a vital resource for readers interested in alternative historical timelines and ancient exploration routes. The book is suitable for those seeking knowledge of America's forgotten past and early European exploration debates. It may not appeal to readers who prefer established academic consensus without considering controversial archaeological interpretations. The author’s extensive research provides a detailed look at these neglected marks on the land.