This “discovery” was a complete fake. The skeletons and artifacts were uncovered 20 yrs ago by archaeologists and then back filled in with loose sand to protect them.
Gates is a charlatan 1st class. And the so-called lost chalice was the spout off a broken jug which was lodged upside down
I have an interest in archaeology but could never be an archaeologist. Digging acres of dirt many feet deep with a miniature trowel and a boars brush does not compute with me.
While watching his shows or Oak Island or similar, I realize they have to compress the findings and some viewers might require some drama acting. I watch for whatever educational information I can get.