Ancient Betrayals Ancient Betrayals
Adolf Hitler's War Adolf Hitler's War
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Ancient Betrayals

We unveil stories of conspiracies, murders, and acts of treachery that changed the course of ancient history. Discover the motives…

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Sunday at 11:00 · Ancient History, Documentary · 70 min
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Adolf Hitler's War

Aspects of the story of the Nazi occupation on the Eastern Front are only broadly known. Recently archives have opened…

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Monday at 22:00 · Documentary, History · 65 min
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1776: American Independence

We traverse the Atlantic and plunge into the American West. For the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, we…

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Monday at 21:00 · Documentary, History · 60 min
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21:55
The Third Reich: In Private S1 E2
For years it was claimed that Adolf Hitler was a man without a private life, a socially disturbed character; on his farm in the Berchtesgaden Alps, he was surrounded by a close-knit family circle.
22:00
The Third Reich: In Private S1 E1
Many legends persisted about the life of Adolf Hitler after the end of World War II; is it true that he was incapable of human emotions, friendships, or romantic relationships?
22:55
Auschwitz: The Inside Man
As a witness to some of the darkest chapters of human history, Polish officer Witold Pilecki was the first man to inform the Allies about the reality of the Holocaust from inside Auschwitz.
23:55
Auschwitz: The Inside Man
As a witness to some of the darkest chapters of human history, Polish officer Witold Pilecki was the first man to inform the Allies about the reality of the Holocaust from inside Auschwitz.
00:05
Emperor: The Rise and Fall of a Dynasty S1 E1
The first empress of Rome, the ruthless Livia Drusilla, carved a corpse-strewn path to putting her own son on the emperor's throne before her golden dynasty descended into an age of terror.
00:15
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E1
This episode focuses on Guernsey, an island which Hitler occupied and fortified over the course of five years.
01:05
Emperor: The Rise and Fall of a Dynasty S1 E2
Livia, the first empress of Rome, came to regret the scheming that put her son Tiberius on the throne as he and his heir Caligula dragged the empire into an age of tyranny and shocking depravity.
02:05
Emperor: The Rise and Fall of a Dynasty S1 E3
Claudius rose to the throne but was poisoned by his wife; after his successor Nero alienated Rome, Livia Drusilla's dynasty ended with brutal power struggles but having changed the course of history.
03:00
Secret Lives of the Roman Emperors with Mary Beard
Acclaimed classicist Mary Beard explores what it was really like to be emperor of Rome, taking us behind palace walls to reveal the hidden world of the Roman imperial court and lifestyle.
03:05
Emperor: The Rise and Fall of a Dynasty S1 E3
Claudius rose to the throne but was poisoned by his wife; after his successor Nero alienated Rome, Livia Drusilla's dynasty ended with brutal power struggles but having changed the course of history.
04:00
Secret Lives of the Roman Emperors with Mary Beard
Acclaimed classicist Mary Beard explores what it was really like to be emperor of Rome, taking us behind palace walls to reveal the hidden world of the Roman imperial court and lifestyle.
04:15
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E6
Tracing the origins of his sadistic pseudo-science, we investigate Josef Mengele, the notorious demon doctor of Auschwitz.
05:10
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E1
This episode focuses on Guernsey, an island which Hitler occupied and fortified over the course of five years.
05:15
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E6
Tracing the origins of his sadistic pseudo-science, we investigate Josef Mengele, the notorious demon doctor of Auschwitz.
00:00
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E2
The Maisy Battery was made up of three-and-a-half miles of recently-excavated trenches, bunkers, barracks, and gun encasements near Pointe du Hoc that tell a new story of D-Day.
00:05
Mary Queen of Scots: Cracking the Code
In 2023, three amateur codebreakers decoded 57 long-lost letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, uncovering a hidden correspondence preserved in the French National Library after a year of remote collaboration.
01:05
Mary Queen of Scots: Cracking the Code
In 2023, three amateur codebreakers decoded 57 long-lost letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, uncovering a hidden correspondence preserved in the French National Library after a year of remote collaboration.
01:15
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E1
Cleopatra, the seventh of her name, is history's most famous Ptolemy - heir to a Greek dynasty ruling Egypt for centuries. How did these foreign pharaohs blend Greek and Egyptian traditions?
02:15
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E1
Cleopatra, the seventh of her name, is history's most famous Ptolemy - heir to a Greek dynasty ruling Egypt for centuries. How did these foreign pharaohs blend Greek and Egyptian traditions?
02:20
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E2
Egypt's last queen was a brilliant strategist. In a Mediterranean world under Roman domination, Cleopatra succeeded in ascending to the throne despite facing numerous obstacles.
03:20
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E2
Egypt's last queen was a brilliant strategist. In a Mediterranean world under Roman domination, Cleopatra succeeded in ascending to the throne despite facing numerous obstacles.
03:30
The Black Pharaohs
About 4000 years ago, strong kings ruled for over 1500 years in the land of Kush (now northern Sudan and southern Egypt) - who were these African kings and what happened to them?
04:30
The Black Pharaohs
About 4000 years ago, strong kings ruled for over 1500 years in the land of Kush (now northern Sudan and southern Egypt) - who were these African kings and what happened to them?
04:50
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E7
Nazi naval commander Karl Donitz claimed after the Second World War that he'd only been a sailor following orders, but we set out to prove that he earned his bloody role as Hitler's successor.
05:50
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E7
Nazi naval commander Karl Donitz claimed after the Second World War that he'd only been a sailor following orders, but we set out to prove that he earned his bloody role as Hitler's successor.
05:55
Forbidden History S7 E1
A team of experts investigate the methods Hitler used to indoctrinate Germany, turning it into a finely-tuned war machine; we visit Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry and the holiday park of Prora.
06:00
Forbidden History S7 E3
What happened to Mary Magdalene after the resurrection of Jesus? We follow history enthusiasts in southern France on their quest to find the remains of the saint in a place no-one has searched before.
00:00
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E3
The Spanish island of Villa Winter was suspected of being a port for German U-boats and part of a larger plan to invade the United States.
00:55
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E3
The Spanish island of Villa Winter was suspected of being a port for German U-boats and part of a larger plan to invade the United States.
01:00
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E3
The Spanish island of Villa Winter was suspected of being a port for German U-boats and part of a larger plan to invade the United States.
01:55
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E3
French explorer Franck Goddio has been working on a 3D reconstruction of an ancient monument resting beneath the Mediterranean Sea: the remains of the temple of Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt.
02:55
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E3
French explorer Franck Goddio has been working on a 3D reconstruction of an ancient monument resting beneath the Mediterranean Sea: the remains of the temple of Cleopatra, the last queen of Egypt.
03:10
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E4
How did Cleopatra die? Where is her tomb located? To get closer to the answers, one must understand ancient Egyptian funerary rites. Leading experts help us decipher the traditions of Cleopatra's era.
04:10
Cleopatra: Cracking The Enigma S1 E4
How did Cleopatra die? Where is her tomb located? To get closer to the answers, one must understand ancient Egyptian funerary rites. Leading experts help us decipher the traditions of Cleopatra's era.
04:25
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E8
Known as the Butcher of Poland, Hans Frank warped the law to encourage persecution, enslavement, starvation, and genocide - we want to know more.
05:25
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E8
Known as the Butcher of Poland, Hans Frank warped the law to encourage persecution, enslavement, starvation, and genocide - we want to know more.
06:00
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E6
Tracing the origins of his sadistic pseudo-science, we investigate Josef Mengele, the notorious demon doctor of Auschwitz.
00:25
The Assassinations Of Queen Victoria
Eight attempts were made on Queen Victoria's life during her 63-year reign. We uncover the motives of the would-be assassins, and explore how Victoria's resilience helped shape modern monarchy.
01:25
The Assassinations Of Queen Victoria
Eight attempts were made on Queen Victoria's life during her 63-year reign. We uncover the motives of the would-be assassins, and explore how Victoria's resilience helped shape modern monarchy.
02:30
Mary Queen of Scots: Cracking the Code
In 2023, three amateur codebreakers decoded 57 long-lost letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, uncovering a hidden correspondence preserved in the French National Library after a year of remote collaboration.
03:30
Mary Queen of Scots: Cracking the Code
In 2023, three amateur codebreakers decoded 57 long-lost letters from Mary, Queen of Scots, uncovering a hidden correspondence preserved in the French National Library after a year of remote collaboration.
03:50
Anne Boleyn and Elizabeth I: Prisoner Queens
From a rejected, illegitimate child to England's longest-reigning and one of its most successful monarchs, we explore Elizabeth I's legacy through her complicated bond with her mother, Anne Boleyn.
04:50
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E9
We discover how Hitler's master spy Wilhelm Canaris was both a committed Nazi and a double agent who provided secrets to the Allies and helped Jews escape from Germany.
05:50
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E9
We discover how Hitler's master spy Wilhelm Canaris was both a committed Nazi and a double agent who provided secrets to the Allies and helped Jews escape from Germany.
00:10
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E1
For more than 3,000 years, the Maya civilisation flourished in Mesoamerica, developing cities, a sophisticated writing system, and an advanced understanding of time, astronomy, and the natural world.
01:10
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E1
For more than 3,000 years, the Maya civilisation flourished in Mesoamerica, developing cities, a sophisticated writing system, and an advanced understanding of time, astronomy, and the natural world.
01:15
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E2
In the eastern Maya Lowlands, a dynasty once shrouded in mystery gradually emerges as the most powerful political force of the Classic Maya world: the Kaanul, identified by their serpent emblem.
02:15
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E2
In the eastern Maya Lowlands, a dynasty once shrouded in mystery gradually emerges as the most powerful political force of the Classic Maya world: the Kaanul, identified by their serpent emblem.
02:25
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E3
The rivalry between Calakmul and Tikal reached its climax. Warfare, once a source of strength, became a catalyst for instability. This set the stage for the decline of the Classic Maya world.
03:25
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E3
The rivalry between Calakmul and Tikal reached its climax. Warfare, once a source of strength, became a catalyst for instability. This set the stage for the decline of the Classic Maya world.
03:45
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E4
The Serpent dynasty's dominance ended. Under Jasaw Chan K'awiil, Tikal briefly led, but instability grew. Political, ecological and social pressures caused the gradual collapse of the age of Classic Maya.
04:45
The Maya: The War of Five Kingdoms S1 E4
The Serpent dynasty's dominance ended. Under Jasaw Chan K'awiil, Tikal briefly led, but instability grew. Political, ecological and social pressures caused the gradual collapse of the age of Classic Maya.
04:55
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E10
We visit Italy to investigate Benito Mussolini, the brutal dictator whose violent path to power set the template for the rise of Nazi Germany.
05:55
Forbidden History S7 E1
A team of experts investigate the methods Hitler used to indoctrinate Germany, turning it into a finely-tuned war machine; we visit Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry and the holiday park of Prora.
06:00
Forbidden History S7 E3
What happened to Mary Magdalene after the resurrection of Jesus? We follow history enthusiasts in southern France on their quest to find the remains of the saint in a place no-one has searched before.
00:50
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E6
Japanese troops occupy southern Vietnam and Cambodia, but the day that changes the war comes on December 7th when Japanese aircraft attack the American Pacific Fleet at anchor in Pearl Harbor.
01:50
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E6
Japanese troops occupy southern Vietnam and Cambodia, but the day that changes the war comes on December 7th when Japanese aircraft attack the American Pacific Fleet at anchor in Pearl Harbor.
01:55
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E7
Japan's escalation of the War in the East is devastatingly effective; despite their success, it is possible to see their inevitable defeat as they have roused the military might of the USA.
02:55
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E7
Japan's escalation of the War in the East is devastatingly effective; despite their success, it is possible to see their inevitable defeat as they have roused the military might of the USA.
03:10
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E8
The war turns in favour of the Allies; Montgomery turns the tables on the Afrika Corps at El Alamein, the Japanese are defeated at Guadalcanal, and the Germans are defeated at Stalingrad.
04:10
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E8
The war turns in favour of the Allies; Montgomery turns the tables on the Afrika Corps at El Alamein, the Japanese are defeated at Guadalcanal, and the Germans are defeated at Stalingrad.
04:25
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E9
The Allied leaders meet for their first conference to discuss the coordination of their efforts, a Japanese division is destroyed at sea, and the Red Army begins its advance towards Berlin.
05:25
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E9
The Allied leaders meet for their first conference to discuss the coordination of their efforts, a Japanese division is destroyed at sea, and the Red Army begins its advance towards Berlin.
06:00
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E9
We discover how Hitler's master spy Wilhelm Canaris was both a committed Nazi and a double agent who provided secrets to the Allies and helped Jews escape from Germany.
00:20
The Mystery of the Holy Lance
The Holy Lance is said to be the weapon with which Roman legionary Longinus pierced Jesus Christ's side after his crucifixion; this documentary explores the history of this captivating artefact.
00:30
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E6
Tracing the origins of his sadistic pseudo-science, we investigate Josef Mengele, the notorious demon doctor of Auschwitz.
01:25
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E7
Nazi naval commander Karl Donitz claimed after the Second World War that he'd only been a sailor following orders, but we set out to prove that he earned his bloody role as Hitler's successor.
01:30
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E6
Tracing the origins of his sadistic pseudo-science, we investigate Josef Mengele, the notorious demon doctor of Auschwitz.
02:25
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E8
Known as the Butcher of Poland, Hans Frank warped the law to encourage persecution, enslavement, starvation, and genocide - we want to know more.
03:15
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E9
We discover how Hitler's master spy Wilhelm Canaris was both a committed Nazi and a double agent who provided secrets to the Allies and helped Jews escape from Germany.
03:25
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E8
Known as the Butcher of Poland, Hans Frank warped the law to encourage persecution, enslavement, starvation, and genocide - we want to know more.
04:10
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E10
We visit Italy to investigate Benito Mussolini, the brutal dictator whose violent path to power set the template for the rise of Nazi Germany.
04:15
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E9
We discover how Hitler's master spy Wilhelm Canaris was both a committed Nazi and a double agent who provided secrets to the Allies and helped Jews escape from Germany.
05:05
Forbidden History S7 E5
The remains of 7,000 humans were discovered in the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Malta's Neolithic temple; could the temple reveal the mystery of who they belonged to and what happened to its owners?
05:10
Hitler's Most Wanted S1 E10
We visit Italy to investigate Benito Mussolini, the brutal dictator whose violent path to power set the template for the rise of Nazi Germany.
05:55
Pharaohs at War S1 E4
Cleopatra conquers the Egyptian throne by allying with powerful men to regain power; facing Octavian at the Battle of Actium, nothing goes to plan and leads to her downfall and his rise as emperor.
00:05
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E1
1323 B.C. / B.C.E.: Egypt is still in chaos left by Akhenaten's attempted religious revolution when his son, the young king Tutankhamun, dies; the 18th dynasty comes to an end in a state of disorder.
00:10
Secret Nazi Bases S1 E6
A secret weapons programme in the heart of Austria could have ended badly for the Allies and may have indicated nuclear plans being concocted by Hitler.
01:05
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E2
Ramses I's eight-year-old son Seti becomes king and all eyes are on him; the young prince representes the future of the new royal family which has yet to assert its influence over the kingdom.
02:05
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E2
Ramses I's eight-year-old son Seti becomes king and all eyes are on him; the young prince representes the future of the new royal family which has yet to assert its influence over the kingdom.
02:10
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E3
Seti I is still in his prime when he dies in 1279 B.C. / B.C.E.; despite his short reign, it proves brilliant and gives Prince Ramses ample time to perfect his education for his future role as king.
03:10
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E3
Seti I is still in his prime when he dies in 1279 B.C. / B.C.E.; despite his short reign, it proves brilliant and gives Prince Ramses ample time to perfect his education for his future role as king.
03:15
Abu Simbel: Giants of the Nile
Ramses II launched the construction of two temples dedicated to the Pharaoh and to his wife Nefertari; how did the Egyptians organise and manage such a project 1,500 kilometres from the Nile delta?
04:15
Abu Simbel: Giants of the Nile
Ramses II launched the construction of two temples dedicated to the Pharaoh and to his wife Nefertari; how did the Egyptians organise and manage such a project 1,500 kilometres from the Nile delta?
04:35
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E1
Adolf Hitler had set his mind on making Germany into a great empire. In the process, he wanted to rid the world of Bolshevism and Jews; but his invasion of Poland tipped the world into a violent war.
05:35
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E1
Adolf Hitler had set his mind on making Germany into a great empire. In the process, he wanted to rid the world of Bolshevism and Jews; but his invasion of Poland tipped the world into a violent war.
05:55
Lost Mummies of the Incas S1 E1
Archaeologists hunt for clues to the origins and explosive rise of the mighty Inca Empire - at their height, the largest empire in the world.
06:00
Forbidden History S7 E5
The remains of 7,000 humans were discovered in the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Malta's Neolithic temple; could the temple reveal the mystery of who they belonged to and what happened to its owners?
00:00
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E4
Ramses the Great has earned the distinction of being the most feared and respected pharaoh when he signs the first true peace treaty in human history with longstanding foes the Hittites.
00:10
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E1
Allied forces stumbled across a Nazi complex in France where three layers of protection guarded three strange things: a swimming pool, meeting rooms, and a bunker that could only house one man.
01:00
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E4
Ramses the Great has earned the distinction of being the most feared and respected pharaoh when he signs the first true peace treaty in human history with longstanding foes the Hittites.
01:10
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E5
Ramses reaches the 30th year of his reign as a pharaoh of unparalleled achievements, but he has little time to savour his lengthy tenure on the throne amid the grandeur.
02:05
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E6
Ramses fortified borders and established peace with other kingdoms during his long reign; his 13th son Merenptah must strive to uphold his father's legacy, but will his efforts prove sufficient?
02:10
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E5
Ramses reaches the 30th year of his reign as a pharaoh of unparalleled achievements, but he has little time to savour his lengthy tenure on the throne amid the grandeur.
03:05
Ramses: The Great King of Egypt S1 E6
Ramses fortified borders and established peace with other kingdoms during his long reign; his 13th son Merenptah must strive to uphold his father's legacy, but will his efforts prove sufficient?
03:10
The Giza Pyramid: Reaching For The Stars
The world is fascinated by the Pyramids of Giza; we explore theories and recent advances in archaeology, Egyptology and astrophysics to decipher the clues left behind by the ancient Egyptians.
04:10
The Giza Pyramid: Reaching For The Stars
The world is fascinated by the Pyramids of Giza; we explore theories and recent advances in archaeology, Egyptology and astrophysics to decipher the clues left behind by the ancient Egyptians.
04:30
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E2
Stalin, betrayed by Hitler, was fighting the German army. Meanwhile, the harsh German occupation policies led to the rise of ghettos and the first extermination policies of 'undesirables'.
05:30
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E2
Stalin, betrayed by Hitler, was fighting the German army. Meanwhile, the harsh German occupation policies led to the rise of ghettos and the first extermination policies of 'undesirables'.
05:55
Lost Mummies of the Incas S1 E2
Archaeologists hunt for clues to how the mysterious Inca conquered much of South America, and why, when Europeans arrived, the mighty empire crumbled.
00:00
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E1
The life and death of Cleopatra is shrouded in mystery; the discovery of this legendary queen's last resting place could shed new light on her personal and political trajectory.
00:05
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E2
North America seemed safe from the horrors of war for much of WWII, but a chilling discovery in the furthest reaches of eastern Canada hints at the true depths of the Nazis' seafaring capabilities.
01:00
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E1
The life and death of Cleopatra is shrouded in mystery; the discovery of this legendary queen's last resting place could shed new light on her personal and political trajectory.
01:10
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E2
A burning story of love and power took place in Alexandria's sumptuous palaces; this ancient jewel of the Mediterranean brings to light relics that allow us to reconstruct the queen's true face.
02:10
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E2
A burning story of love and power took place in Alexandria's sumptuous palaces; this ancient jewel of the Mediterranean brings to light relics that allow us to reconstruct the queen's true face.
02:20
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E3
Cleopatra did not hesitate to eliminate her enemies... even if they were family members; archaeologists enter the only Ptolemaic mausoleum ever discovered to shed light on the queen's family.
03:20
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E3
Cleopatra did not hesitate to eliminate her enemies... even if they were family members; archaeologists enter the only Ptolemaic mausoleum ever discovered to shed light on the queen's family.
03:30
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E4
After delving in the Battle of Actium, this final episode takes us to Alexandria, where Cleopatra and her lover ended their lives; will this investigation finally lead to the legendary queen's tomb?
04:30
Cleopatra's Secret Tomb S1 E4
After delving in the Battle of Actium, this final episode takes us to Alexandria, where Cleopatra and her lover ended their lives; will this investigation finally lead to the legendary queen's tomb?
04:40
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E3
Occupants in Ukraine, Belarus and Poland took the brunt of Hitler's forces' cruelty. Extermination became industrialised with the creation of the first concentration camps.
05:40
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E3
Occupants in Ukraine, Belarus and Poland took the brunt of Hitler's forces' cruelty. Extermination became industrialised with the creation of the first concentration camps.
00:00
Pharaohs at War S1 E1
After Hatshepsut's death, Thutmose III proved himself at Megiddo against Canaanite kings; from Deir el-Bahari to Karnak to the fortress, discover the battle that made him Egypt's most warlike pharaoh.
00:05
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E3
The Nazis did all they could behind enemy lines to keep the Luftwaffe in the air and set up shop in Kamienna Gora; do the abandoned plants and tunnels here hide Hitler's ultimate revenge weapon?
01:00
Pharaohs at War S1 E1
After Hatshepsut's death, Thutmose III proved himself at Megiddo against Canaanite kings; from Deir el-Bahari to Karnak to the fortress, discover the battle that made him Egypt's most warlike pharaoh.
01:15
Pharaohs at War S1 E2
1274 B.C. / B.C.E.: The Egyptian pharaoh Ramses II and Hittite King Muwatalli II clash in one of the greatest battles of antiquity at Qadesh in a story of spies, surprises and reversals of fortune.
02:15
Pharaohs at War S1 E2
1274 B.C. / B.C.E.: The Egyptian pharaoh Ramses II and Hittite King Muwatalli II clash in one of the greatest battles of antiquity at Qadesh in a story of spies, surprises and reversals of fortune.
02:25
Pharaohs at War S1 E3
Hellenistic pharaohs fought the Seleucids for centuries; Ptolemy IV faced Antiochos the Great at Raphia with 100,000 men and war elephants. Discover the combatants, naval strategy and consequences.
03:25
Pharaohs at War S1 E3
Hellenistic pharaohs fought the Seleucids for centuries; Ptolemy IV faced Antiochos the Great at Raphia with 100,000 men and war elephants. Discover the combatants, naval strategy and consequences.
03:35
Pharaohs at War S1 E4
Cleopatra conquers the Egyptian throne by allying with powerful men to regain power; facing Octavian at the Battle of Actium, nothing goes to plan and leads to her downfall and his rise as emperor.
04:35
Pharaohs at War S1 E4
Cleopatra conquers the Egyptian throne by allying with powerful men to regain power; facing Octavian at the Battle of Actium, nothing goes to plan and leads to her downfall and his rise as emperor.
04:50
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E4
The Red Army developed strength and Hitler's Spring Offensive was stopped at Stalingrad. In the largest ghetto, the inhabitants revolted and fought back in the Warsaw Uprising.
05:50
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E4
The Red Army developed strength and Hitler's Spring Offensive was stopped at Stalingrad. In the largest ghetto, the inhabitants revolted and fought back in the Warsaw Uprising.
00:00
Valley of the Kings: Secret Tomb Revealed S1 E1
We follow the first active excavation of a pharaoh's tomb in the iconic Valley of the Kings since King Tut's tomb a century ago and reveal new secrets about Egypt's famous rulers.
00:10
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E4
Researchers discovered a concrete city buried outside The Hague decades after WWII; more than 400 bunkers and defensive structures formed a vast underground network built to defend the coastline.
01:00
Valley of the Kings: Secret Tomb Revealed S1 E1
We follow the first active excavation of a pharaoh's tomb in the iconic Valley of the Kings since King Tut's tomb a century ago and reveal new secrets about Egypt's famous rulers.
01:05
Valley of the Kings: Secret Tomb Revealed S1 E2
We follow the first active excavation of a pharaoh's tomb in the iconic Valley of the Kings since King Tut's tomb a century ago and reveal new secrets about Egypt's famous rulers.
02:05
Valley of the Kings: Secret Tomb Revealed S1 E2
We follow the first active excavation of a pharaoh's tomb in the iconic Valley of the Kings since King Tut's tomb a century ago and reveal new secrets about Egypt's famous rulers.
02:10
Lost Secrets of the Pyramid S1 E1
Join archaeologists decoding a newly unearthed pyramid worker's 4500-year-old journal; can they reconstruct an ancient boat and unlock the long-lost secrets of how the Great Pyramid was built?
03:10
Lost Secrets of the Pyramid S1 E1
Join archaeologists decoding a newly unearthed pyramid worker's 4500-year-old journal; can they reconstruct an ancient boat and unlock the long-lost secrets of how the Great Pyramid was built?
03:15
Lost Secrets of the Pyramid S1 E2
As archaeologists decode the 4500-year-old journal of a pyramid worker, they uncover new clues about how the Great Pyramid was built; can they transport a heavy stone block using manpower alone?
04:15
Lost Secrets of the Pyramid S1 E2
As archaeologists decode the 4500-year-old journal of a pyramid worker, they uncover new clues about how the Great Pyramid was built; can they transport a heavy stone block using manpower alone?
04:25
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E5
In Kursk, a 'battlefield' the size of Wales, the tide turned and the Soviet Army pushed back. But as Germany retreated, they obliterated all evidence of their genocidal activities.
05:25
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E5
In Kursk, a 'battlefield' the size of Wales, the tide turned and the Soviet Army pushed back. But as Germany retreated, they obliterated all evidence of their genocidal activities.
00:10
The Mystery of the Holy Lance
The Holy Lance is said to be the weapon with which Roman legionary Longinus pierced Jesus Christ's side after his crucifixion; this documentary explores the history of this captivating artefact.
00:15
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E11
The Allies continue their eastward push from Normandy and close on the German border; in the east, the Soviet Union unleashes Operation Bagration, the greatest offensive of the war.
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World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E11
The Allies continue their eastward push from Normandy and close on the German border; in the east, the Soviet Union unleashes Operation Bagration, the greatest offensive of the war.
01:20
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E12
The Allies succeed in crossing the Rhine and fight their way through Germany as the Red Army finally forces Axis troops from Soviet territory and closes on the capital, Berlin.
02:20
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E12
The Allies succeed in crossing the Rhine and fight their way through Germany as the Red Army finally forces Axis troops from Soviet territory and closes on the capital, Berlin.
02:30
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E13
Berlin falls and the war in Europe ends. Okinawa falls with terrible losses on both sides as each prepares for the invasion of the first of the major home islands - but a new weapon is unleashed.
03:30
World War II: The Price of Empire S1 E13
Berlin falls and the war in Europe ends. Okinawa falls with terrible losses on both sides as each prepares for the invasion of the first of the major home islands - but a new weapon is unleashed.
03:35
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E1
In the aftermath of the Great War, the victors sign the Treaty of Versailles. We begin this series by exploring the 20 years after World War One and the events that led to the birth of World War Two.
04:35
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E1
In the aftermath of the Great War, the victors sign the Treaty of Versailles. We begin this series by exploring the 20 years after World War One and the events that led to the birth of World War Two.
04:45
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E2
In this episode, we explore the first few years on the European battlefield, from the invasion of France and the subsequent Dunkirk evacuation to Hitler's betrayal of his pact with Stalin.
05:45
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E2
In this episode, we explore the first few years on the European battlefield, from the invasion of France and the subsequent Dunkirk evacuation to Hitler's betrayal of his pact with Stalin.
05:55
Queens That Changed The World S1 E1
It was Elizabeth's tolerance and wisdom that allowed peace, prosperity, and English culture to flourish; her response to numerous threats saw her become one of the most powerful leaders in history.
06:05
Forbidden History S7 E5
The remains of 7,000 humans were discovered in the Hal Saflieni Hypogeum, Malta's Neolithic temple; could the temple reveal the mystery of who they belonged to and what happened to its owners?
00:15
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E1
Britain and France declare war when Hitler invades Poland; in May 1940, the Germans attack Holland and Belgium as a decoy. As the Wehrmacht and Luftwaffe strike in force, the French seem trapped.
01:15
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E1
Britain and France declare war when Hitler invades Poland; in May 1940, the Germans attack Holland and Belgium as a decoy. As the Wehrmacht and Luftwaffe strike in force, the French seem trapped.
01:20
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E2
1940: France has fallen and Hitler orders Operation Sealion - the invasion of Great Britain - to commence, but first the Luftwaffe must defeat the RAF for seaborne landings to succeed.
02:20
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E2
1940: France has fallen and Hitler orders Operation Sealion - the invasion of Great Britain - to commence, but first the Luftwaffe must defeat the RAF for seaborne landings to succeed.
02:25
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E3
When Japan's expansion in the Pacific reaches fever pitch, Roosevelt must act. Instead of having them back down by cutting off oil supplies, he pushes them to attack the US fleet in Pearl Harbor.
03:25
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E3
When Japan's expansion in the Pacific reaches fever pitch, Roosevelt must act. Instead of having them back down by cutting off oil supplies, he pushes them to attack the US fleet in Pearl Harbor.
03:35
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E4
In the aftermath of Japan's attack at Pearl Harbor, the Navy moves in for a knockout blow. Japan's next strike is thrown into chaos when its plans are unearthed by an American codebreaker.
04:35
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E4
In the aftermath of Japan's attack at Pearl Harbor, the Navy moves in for a knockout blow. Japan's next strike is thrown into chaos when its plans are unearthed by an American codebreaker.
04:40
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E5
1942: Hitler pits the forces of the German Fatherland against those of the Soviet Motherland at Stalingrad. Stalin's fiercely patriotic army will fight the Nazis to the last drop of blood.
05:40
Greatest Events of World War II in Colour S1 E5
1942: Hitler pits the forces of the German Fatherland against those of the Soviet Motherland at Stalingrad. Stalin's fiercely patriotic army will fight the Nazis to the last drop of blood.
06:05
Titans of the Cold War S2 E2
In February 1972, Nixon made a ground-breaking trip to China to meet Mao; China had been slowly opening up to the West while their partnership with the Soviets had been souring for years.
00:05
Killer Kings S1 E1
We track the life of Ivan the Terrible as we investigate if he set the tone for future rulers of Russia; was he a merciless murderer or no more than expected in a time when violence was the norm?
00:55
Killer Kings S1 E2
Known through the ages as 'Bad' King John, was the Plantagenet ruler of England and France the buffoon depicted in tales of Robin Hood or a sadistic killer fuelled by his insecurity?
01:05
Killer Kings S1 E1
We track the life of Ivan the Terrible as we investigate if he set the tone for future rulers of Russia; was he a merciless murderer or no more than expected in a time when violence was the norm?
01:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E1
A legendary conqueror, Alexander the Great left his mark on Egypt; this episode explores the mystery surrounding his tomb that symbolises the eternal appeal of his story.
02:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E2
Djoser, a pharaoh of the third dynasty, is famous for the construction of the first step pyramid; his reign was marked by monumental achievements and the resolution of a famine.
03:55
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E6
Hitler's war moved to its endgame as the Soviets crossed the German border, and concentration camps were liberated. With a death toll of over 40 million, a new, scarred Europe emerged.
04:55
Adolf Hitler's War S1 E6
Hitler's war moved to its endgame as the Soviets crossed the German border, and concentration camps were liberated. With a death toll of over 40 million, a new, scarred Europe emerged.
05:05
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E5
The Nazis spent the war pillaging museums, emptying coffers, and stealing everything of value; with so much still missing, where did the Nazis hide their stolen hoards?
00:00
Killer Kings S1 E3
Young, handsome and athletic, he was the jewel in England's crown - King Henry the Eighth had just one problem... was he a potential psychopath in the making?
01:00
Killer Kings S1 E4
He is infamous for ordering the murder of all first-born male children in an attempt to prevent the coming of the Son of God Jesus Christ, but Herod may not be as evil as the Bible made out.
01:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E3
Ramses II reigned for 66 years and left a colossal legacy of monuments and temples; his reputation embodies the power and grandeur of Pharaonic Egypt.
02:00
Killer Kings S1 E4
He is infamous for ordering the murder of all first-born male children in an attempt to prevent the coming of the Son of God Jesus Christ, but Herod may not be as evil as the Bible made out.
02:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E4
Khufu, the second pharaoh of the fourth dynasty, is famous for the Great Pyramid of Giza; his reign is shrouded in mystery but bears witness to the greatness of ancient Egypt.
03:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E1
The Third Reich was governed according to the Führerprinzip, but Hitler's rule would not have been possible without the support of the people and organisations that made his tyranny possible.
04:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E1
The Third Reich was governed according to the Führerprinzip, but Hitler's rule would not have been possible without the support of the people and organisations that made his tyranny possible.
05:05
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E6
The Nazis had all but lost the war by March of 1945, but Hitler still sent throngs of soldiers to protect an isolated area of occupied Poland from oncoming forces. What was he trying to hide?
06:00
Cities of Gold: The Reality Behind the Myth
Spanning from the Columbian mountains to the deserts of Peru, the discoveries made in this archaeological investigation revolutionise our perception of gold and its role over the last 500 years.
00:00
Killer Kings S1 E5
Given the affectionate name 'Little Boots' by the troops of those Roman legions he marched with, Gaius's nickname name became feared and his reputation forever scarred by his terrorising behaviour.
00:55
Killer Kings S1 E6
He famously tinkered as Rome burnt, but the legend of Nero commonly accepted as true is pure myth; he was, however, responsible for some of the worst crimes committed by a Roman emperor.
01:00
Killer Kings S1 E5
Given the affectionate name 'Little Boots' by the troops of those Roman legions he marched with, Gaius's nickname name became feared and his reputation forever scarred by his terrorising behaviour.
01:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E5
Cleopatra VII, the last queen of ancient Egypt, embodied the fall of Egypt to Rome; this episode explores the truth behind her death, one that has sparked debate among historians.
02:55
The Pharaohs: Greater Than The Pyramids S1 E6
A pharaoh of the 20th dynasty, Ramses III's reign was marked by internal conspiracies and a tragic end that symbolised the end of the golden age of Pharaonic Egypt.
03:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E2
Architecture mattered a great deal to Adolf Hitler; his grandiose visions were not merely buildings, but symbols of a tyrannical vision intended to impose a sense of domination upon the the world.
04:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E2
Architecture mattered a great deal to Adolf Hitler; his grandiose visions were not merely buildings, but symbols of a tyrannical vision intended to impose a sense of domination upon the the world.
05:00
Secret Nazi Bases S4 E1
With Nazi Germany's rise to power, an abandoned canal was resurrected; the true purpose of this project came into question with rumours it harboured a secret that could turn the tide of the war.
00:50
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E1
When his father died in 958 A.D. / C.E., Danish king Harald Bluetooth inherited a fragmented kingdom threatened by Otto I's empire but succeeded in turning it into a unified Christian kingdom.
00:55
Secret Nazi Bases S4 E2
As Hitler engulfed Europe, old castles across the continent fell under Nazi control; once symbols of nobility and culture, these fortresses were transformed to serve the ambitions of the Third Reich.
01:50
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E2
King Harald Bluetooth consolidates his own authority among the Danes by choosing to be baptised and convert his people, but power in over-ambitious hands can unfortunately lead to the worst.
02:50
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E3
After driving his father off the throne of Denmark, Sven Forkbeard resumes the traditional Viking activities that his father had abandoned for a time: bloody raids on England.
03:50
Viking Women: The Untold Story
What rank did Viking women occupy in a hierarchical world reputedly dominated by men? We reveal a complex society and offer a nuanced and precise portrait of the women of the frozen lands.
04:50
Viking Women: The Untold Story
What rank did Viking women occupy in a hierarchical world reputedly dominated by men? We reveal a complex society and offer a nuanced and precise portrait of the women of the frozen lands.
04:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E3
In decoding Adolf Hitler's dictatorship, the question of why the all-powerful Führer needed a close and constantly available circle at his beck and call is one deserving of examination.
05:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E3
In decoding Adolf Hitler's dictatorship, the question of why the all-powerful Führer needed a close and constantly available circle at his beck and call is one deserving of examination.
06:05
Secret Nazi Bases S3 E6
The Nazis had all but lost the war by March of 1945, but Hitler still sent throngs of soldiers to protect an isolated area of occupied Poland from oncoming forces. What was he trying to hide?
06:10
Forbidden History S7 E8
The location of King Solomon's Mines has been a mystery for hundreds of years; new evidence has led to an amazing discovery. Might Solomon's wealth have come from the copper mines of southern Israel?
00:55
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E5
Cnut won the English throne; now he must win their hearts. With the help of his new wife - Queen Emma of Normandy, the widow of the former king - Cnut quickly becomes a skilled Christian ruler.
01:50
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E6
The kingdom is in mourning at the death of Cnut the Great; Cnut did not have time to name an heir and left behind two powerful widows both determined to place their own son on the throne.
01:55
Vikings: The Making of an Empire S1 E5
Cnut won the English throne; now he must win their hearts. With the help of his new wife - Queen Emma of Normandy, the widow of the former king - Cnut quickly becomes a skilled Christian ruler.
02:50
Unearthed: The Mystery of the Shaman Woman
The grave of Bad Dürrenberg revealed not a male warrior, but a powerful and dark-skinned female shaman; misrepresented by the Nazis, her true story still fascinates 9,000 years on.
03:50
Unearthed: The Mystery of the Shaman Woman
The grave of Bad Dürrenberg revealed not a male warrior, but a powerful and dark-skinned female shaman; misrepresented by the Nazis, her true story still fascinates 9,000 years on.
03:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E4
Was Adolf Hitler a master of war or a maker of war? His obsessive quest for territorial domination led to early triumphs, but his refusal to listen to his generals led to catastrophic failures.
04:55
Adolf Hitler: Decoding A Dictator S1 E4
Was Adolf Hitler a master of war or a maker of war? His obsessive quest for territorial domination led to early triumphs, but his refusal to listen to his generals led to catastrophic failures.
05:00
Secret Nazi Bases S4 E3
In 1942, the Allies were losing the air war; a mysterious technology was helping the Luftwaffe with the Blitz. Desperate for answers, British intelligence set its sights on an installation in France.
06:00
Secret Nazi Bases S4 E1
With Nazi Germany's rise to power, an abandoned canal was resurrected; the true purpose of this project came into question with rumours it harboured a secret that could turn the tide of the war.
06:05
Forbidden History S7 E1
A team of experts investigate the methods Hitler used to indoctrinate Germany, turning it into a finely-tuned war machine; we visit Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry and the holiday park of Prora.
00:10
Hitler's Games in Colour: Berlin 1936
The Berlin Olympics of 1936 were innovative, introducing television coverage and the torch relay. We show the highlights, but also how Hitler used the Games as propaganda for his brutal regime.
00:25
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E3
We examine key movements in the Pacific Theatre - the Fall of Singapore, the Battle of Midway and the Kokoda Campaign - Rommel's offensives in Africa, and the Allied bombing campaign over Europe.
01:25
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E3
We examine key movements in the Pacific Theatre - the Fall of Singapore, the Battle of Midway and the Kokoda Campaign - Rommel's offensives in Africa, and the Allied bombing campaign over Europe.
01:30
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E4
The Axis forces begin to lose hold on their previous triumphs; between Japan's loosening hold on southeast Asia and Germany's growing defeats in Europe, we begin to see WW2's turning of the tide.
02:30
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E4
The Axis forces begin to lose hold on their previous triumphs; between Japan's loosening hold on southeast Asia and Germany's growing defeats in Europe, we begin to see WW2's turning of the tide.
02:35
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E5
This episode explores moments of the war where Allied forces started to push back: the relief of Leningrad, the liberation of Paris, D-Day and the liberation of the Nazi extermination camps.
03:35
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E5
This episode explores moments of the war where Allied forces started to push back: the relief of Leningrad, the liberation of Paris, D-Day and the liberation of the Nazi extermination camps.
03:45
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E6
We witness the final moments and aftermath of World War II with the establishment of war crime trials - such as the ones in Nuremberg - and move towards peace with the creation of the United Nations.
04:45
Rise and Fall: The Turning Points of World War II S1 E6
We witness the final moments and aftermath of World War II with the establishment of war crime trials - such as the ones in Nuremberg - and move towards peace with the creation of the United Nations.
04:50
Forbidden History S7 E1
A team of experts investigate the methods Hitler used to indoctrinate Germany, turning it into a finely-tuned war machine; we visit Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry and the holiday park of Prora.
05:50
Forbidden History S7 E1
A team of experts investigate the methods Hitler used to indoctrinate Germany, turning it into a finely-tuned war machine; we visit Goebbels' Propaganda Ministry and the holiday park of Prora.
05:55
Queens That Changed The World S1 E3
Victoria presided over a period of history which saw huge industrial, social and territorial expansion; she reignited the public love of the monarchy and led the way for modern royals.
06:05
Forbidden History S7 E3
What happened to Mary Magdalene after the resurrection of Jesus? We follow history enthusiasts in southern France on their quest to find the remains of the saint in a place no-one has searched before.
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