Indeed there are some truths that have been hidden, contorted, and framed to support religious doctrine, but nothing is there that cannot be found in the study of history .. without the doctoring.
Also, a lot of what's told is framed for specific audiences. Throughout Latin America and Europe, even in places like Poland, Croatia, and throughout Czech Republic, the Black Madonna is one of the most celebrated religious icons they have. People mak long pilgrimages to worship her.
THIS would not work with an American audience ...
ahh .. the baby she's holding is Jesus.
Nope, won't work in America .. so Jesus has to look like a Montana biker even though it looks nothing like the Jesus that is depicted in THE BIBLE.
For me, I like my history without the mindfuck.