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Season 2023
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Is There Archaeological Evidence For The 10 Plagues Of Egypt? | The Exodus
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The Exodus. The very word invokes an epic tale of Pharaohs and Israelites, plagues and miracles, the splitting of the sea, the drowning of an army, Moses, and revelation. The story is at the very heart of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
The Exodus. The very word invokes an epic tale of Pharaohs and Israelites, plagues and miracles, the splitting of the sea, the drowning of an army, Moses, and revelation. The story is at the very heart of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
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The Bluebeard Case: The Mystery Of France's Most Gruesome Serial Killer
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A gruesome tale set during the First World War, ‘The Bluebeard Case' tells of a seemingly respectable man who targets single women and sets about seducing them, with the sole aim of
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A gruesome tale set during the First World War, ‘The Bluebeard Case' tells of a seemingly respectable man who targets single women and sets about seducing them, with the sole aim of murdering them. But it doesn’t stop there. He goes on to burn their bodies on his stove in his house in France and finally strips them of all their assets.
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The Georgian Neo-Classical Masterpiece Of The Curzon Dynasty | Historic Britain
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Kedleston Hall was the vision of Sir Nathaniel Curzon. Alan Titchmarsh visits the house to see Nathaniel's vision for himself and inspects the secret original architectural plans. This
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Kedleston Hall was the vision of Sir Nathaniel Curzon. Alan Titchmarsh visits the house to see Nathaniel's vision for himself and inspects the secret original architectural plans. This is also the story of two very different Curzon men. One was a visionary patron of the arts. The other was a colonial ruler who subjugated India as its unwelcome Viceroy.
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The Horrifying Hidden History Of Britain’s Slave Trade | Britain's Slave Trade
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This is the untold story of the greatest slaving nation in history. Up till now, Britain’s place in the history of slavery has been the country that abolished the international slave trade.
This is the untold story of the greatest slaving nation in history. Up till now, Britain’s place in the history of slavery has been the country that abolished the international slave trade.
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The Traumatic Childhood Of Prince Harry | Royal Children
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This documentary follows the childhood of the two Princes and the impact their mother's death left on them. The popularity of Princess Diana meant the boys were always under the watchful
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This documentary follows the childhood of the two Princes and the impact their mother's death left on them. The popularity of Princess Diana meant the boys were always under the watchful eyes of the media, but this in-depth analysis of their early life offers a different perspective on their upbringing.
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The 17th-Century Teenage Countess Who Fought For Her Survival | Historic Britain
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Ham House is an opulent 17th-century mansion that tells the epic story of intimate royal relationships, civil war, political brinkmanship, and the woman who triumphed over it all. This
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Ham House is an opulent 17th-century mansion that tells the epic story of intimate royal relationships, civil war, political brinkmanship, and the woman who triumphed over it all. This is the home of one of the most outstanding women of the 17th century.
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The Mysterious Disappearance of Amelia Earhart | A Tale of Two Sisters
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Amelia Earhart disappeared in 1937 but what actually happened to her is still a mystery. Her story and achievements however still captivate, thanks in no small part to her younger sister
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Amelia Earhart disappeared in 1937 but what actually happened to her is still a mystery. Her story and achievements however still captivate, thanks in no small part to her younger sister Muriel. Their bond, forged in childhood and tested in adulthood, could not be broken by death.
His name has become synonymous with the term “womanizer”. But a new perspective may shed a more positive light on the life of Giacomo Casanova. A true son of the renaissance, Casanova was a musician, a cleric, a spy and a lover.
His name has become synonymous with the term “womanizer”. But a new perspective may shed a more positive light on the life of Giacomo Casanova. A true son of the renaissance, Casanova was a musician, a cleric, a spy and a lover.
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The Ugly Truth Behind This British Aristocrat's Massive Wealth | Historic Britain
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Alan Titchmarsh reveals the shocking truth about Penrhyn Castle and how it was built from fortunes made in the plantations of the West Indies.
Alan Titchmarsh reveals the shocking truth about Penrhyn Castle and how it was built from fortunes made in the plantations of the West Indies.
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The Curious History Of The Kingdom Of Sussex | Curious Traveler
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Why does Queen Victoria's Royal Pavilion look so different than other British royal palaces? What happened at the Seven Sisters Cliffs? What is a Smugglers Pub? Who wouldn't sit under a
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Why does Queen Victoria's Royal Pavilion look so different than other British royal palaces? What happened at the Seven Sisters Cliffs? What is a Smugglers Pub? Who wouldn't sit under a dragon? Where did Sherlock Holmes retire? And what does the Guinness family have to do with a medieval hotel?
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Calamity Jane: The Tragic Life Of The Woman Of The West | Legend Of The West
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From the Great Plains of the American West to the Rocky Mountains, from Apache Reservations to the suburbs of Deadwood, she could be seen bringing up the rear in convoys of pioneers or
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From the Great Plains of the American West to the Rocky Mountains, from Apache Reservations to the suburbs of Deadwood, she could be seen bringing up the rear in convoys of pioneers or riding with desperados. This entertaining film recounts the true story of a unique American female legend.
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Jane Austen: The True Story Of The Georgian Era's Greatest Novelist | Jane Austen
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Historian Lucy Worsley visits the places and houses in England where Jane Austen spent time and which served as inspiration for the settings of her novels.
Historian Lucy Worsley visits the places and houses in England where Jane Austen spent time and which served as inspiration for the settings of her novels.
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The Dramatic Rise & Fall Of Roman Britain | History Of Britain
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Sir Tony Robinson takes us back nearly 2,000 years to a time when Britain was under the rule of the Roman Empire - a time of Roman soldiers, gladiators, and European slaves. The Roman
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Sir Tony Robinson takes us back nearly 2,000 years to a time when Britain was under the rule of the Roman Empire - a time of Roman soldiers, gladiators, and European slaves. The Roman Empire collapsed and so did their rule of Britain. But what happened next? Tony takes us through the aftermath of the Roman Empire's collapse and into the middle ages.
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What Was Life Like On California's "Shipwreck Islands"? | West Of The West
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Often called the Galapagos of North America, the eight Channel Islands lay in plain sight of millions of people off the Southern California coast. Yet few know their names or even how
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Often called the Galapagos of North America, the eight Channel Islands lay in plain sight of millions of people off the Southern California coast. Yet few know their names or even how many there are. And fewer still know the fascinating tales of those who have lived, worked, discovered, surfed, dived, ranched, wrecked, or were rescued on these unique and beautiful islands.
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The Victorian Master Chef Who Changed British Cuisine | Cook Back In Time
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Auguste Escoffier brought fine dining to Victorian London. He is known as the Chef of Kings and the King of Chefs. He truly made his mark when he became head chef of London's new Savoy
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Auguste Escoffier brought fine dining to Victorian London. He is known as the Chef of Kings and the King of Chefs. He truly made his mark when he became head chef of London's new Savoy Hotel on the Strand. His influence is still today at the heart of modern cuisine.
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The Dark And Twisted Psychology Of Christopher Columbus | Great Adventurers
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Christopher Columbus set sail with the honest intention of discovering a new trade route to Asia. However, as the realities of the continent he discovered became clearer, his greed and
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Christopher Columbus set sail with the honest intention of discovering a new trade route to Asia. However, as the realities of the continent he discovered became clearer, his greed and brutality took over. This shift in his behavior began the darkest chapter in Spanish colonial history, an era known as ''The Black Legend''. In a few short years, Columbus and his men turned paradise into hell.
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Who Was The Merchant Prince Of This 17th-Century Mansion? | Who Lived In My House
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Teach An Spidéil is a fascinating house in the heart of Spiddal that has associations with Galway Sheriffs, Merchant Princes, John Wayne, and the Waterboys. Manchán takes a trip to Inis Mór to meet local historian Padraig.
Teach An Spidéil is a fascinating house in the heart of Spiddal that has associations with Galway Sheriffs, Merchant Princes, John Wayne, and the Waterboys. Manchán takes a trip to Inis Mór to meet local historian Padraig.
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How The Windrush Generation Transformed British Food | Cook Back In Time
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Post-War Britain was starved of not only food, which was still rationed, but of manpower. Help came in the 1950s when the Windrush generation arrived in Britain from the Caribbean. With
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Post-War Britain was starved of not only food, which was still rationed, but of manpower. Help came in the 1950s when the Windrush generation arrived in Britain from the Caribbean. With them, they brought a proud legacy of culinary tradition that has forever changed British cuisine.
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Francis Drake: The Dark Side Of Elizabeth I's Favourite Pirate | Great Adventurer
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Every British schoolchild knows that Francis Drake circumnavigated the globe on the Golden Hind. Drake, a clever and fearless sailor in the new era of colonialism, was employed by the
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Every British schoolchild knows that Francis Drake circumnavigated the globe on the Golden Hind. Drake, a clever and fearless sailor in the new era of colonialism, was employed by the English aristocracy to amass great wealth through plunder and the slave trade. He was regarded by the English as a brave hero of the Elizabethan era who outwitted the fearsome Spaniards. But to the Spanish, Drake was a pirate who was so feared that they called him "The Dragon."
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The Guinness Family’s Iconic 18th-Century Gothic Mansion | Who Lived In My House?
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Luggala Lodge in County Wicklow sits in a valley of spectacular beauty and is set against the breathtaking scenery of this ancient Wicklow valley. This legendary house has entertained
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Luggala Lodge in County Wicklow sits in a valley of spectacular beauty and is set against the breathtaking scenery of this ancient Wicklow valley. This legendary house has entertained and inspired royalty, musicians, poets, and artists. The house was bought by Lord Powerscourt in the 1860s and then, in 1937, sold to Ernest Guinness.
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The Shocking Discovery Of Britain's First Dinosaur | Dinosaur Hunters
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In 1812, Mary Anning unearthed the remains of an unknown creature on a Dorset beach. Buried within the rock was the backbone of 60 vertebrae, a long tail, and a 4-foot skull with sharp
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In 1812, Mary Anning unearthed the remains of an unknown creature on a Dorset beach. Buried within the rock was the backbone of 60 vertebrae, a long tail, and a 4-foot skull with sharp teeth. It was the first complete prehistoric skeleton ever found in Britain.
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El Dorado: The Bloody Rise And Fall Of The Reckless Sir Raleigh | Great Adventure
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During the reign of Elizabeth I, Sir Walter Raleigh was at the height of his fame. The Queen admired the explorer for his bravery and good looks, despite his reckless behavior. Raleigh
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During the reign of Elizabeth I, Sir Walter Raleigh was at the height of his fame. The Queen admired the explorer for his bravery and good looks, despite his reckless behavior. Raleigh set sail for what he believed to be a "City of Gold" in South America.
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The Mysterious 18th-Century Lodge Of Pioneer John D’Arcy | Who Lived In My House
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John D’Arcy, the descendant of the ancient fourteen tribes of Galway and founder of the capital of Connemara, may have been the architect of this humble lake house. As the town of
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John D’Arcy, the descendant of the ancient fourteen tribes of Galway and founder of the capital of Connemara, may have been the architect of this humble lake house. As the town of Clifden approaches its 200-year-old anniversary, we will examine D'Arcy's lasting legacy on the people of Connemara.
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What Happened When Regency England Discovered Dinosaurs? | Dinosaur Hunters
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In 1812, a young fossil hunter called Mary Anning unearthed the remains of an unknown creature on a Dorset beach. Buried within the rock was the backbone of 60 vertebrae, a long tail,
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In 1812, a young fossil hunter called Mary Anning unearthed the remains of an unknown creature on a Dorset beach. Buried within the rock was the backbone of 60 vertebrae, a long tail, and a 4-foot skull with sharp teeth. It was the first complete prehistoric skeleton ever found in Britain.
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Terra Nova: The Doomed Antarctic Mission Of Captain Scott | Great Adventurers
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When Captain Robert Falcon Scott embarked on his second and last expedition in 1910 he was already a famous Antarctic explorer. The Terra Nova expedition is best known for the courageous
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When Captain Robert Falcon Scott embarked on his second and last expedition in 1910 he was already a famous Antarctic explorer. The Terra Nova expedition is best known for the courageous but ultimately ill fated attempt to race to the South Pole. Scott's party became the second expedition to reach the South Pole in 1912, but tragically all five members perished on the journey home.
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The Sunken Gold Rush Town Drowned Under A Lake | Heritage Rescue
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Brigid Gallagher visits Cromwell in Central Otago, New Zealand to help revitalize the historic mining town's museum. In 1862, gold was discovered below the Junction by two miners,
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Brigid Gallagher visits Cromwell in Central Otago, New Zealand to help revitalize the historic mining town's museum. In 1862, gold was discovered below the Junction by two miners, Horatio Hartley, and Christopher Reilly. Once the word of a gold strike was out, there was an influx of thousands of miners to the area.
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The Dark Secrets Of Early Medical Science | Hidden History of Britain
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Michael Portillo visits the Royal London Hospital in the East End which closed its doors in 2013 but pioneered medical breakthroughs and universal health care for generations from its
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Michael Portillo visits the Royal London Hospital in the East End which closed its doors in 2013 but pioneered medical breakthroughs and universal health care for generations from its founding in 1740. Later, Michael visits the former Cambridge Military Hospital in the garrison town of Aldershot, Hampshire to learn of the far-reaching legacy of the medical innovations that took place there.
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Endurance: How A Stranded Crew Survived 2 Years In Antarctica | Great Adventurers
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Earnest Shackleton's expedition to the Antarctic departed on December 5th, 1914. This would be The Endurance crew's last contact with land for 497 days. What followed became one of the
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Earnest Shackleton's expedition to the Antarctic departed on December 5th, 1914. This would be The Endurance crew's last contact with land for 497 days. What followed became one of the most miraculous stories of bravery and resilience in human history. Shackleton will always be remembered for saving his men, stranded at the ends of the earth, with "not a life lost".
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The Hidden Legacy Of A Māori Stronghold | Heritage Rescue
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Over the years the Mōkau river had become the boundary between the Tainui, originally of Kawhia, the Waikato tribes who were further inland, in what became known as the King Country, and the Taranaki tribes.
Over the years the Mōkau river had become the boundary between the Tainui, originally of Kawhia, the Waikato tribes who were further inland, in what became known as the King Country, and the Taranaki tribes.
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The Sunken 17th-Century Dutch Treasure Ships Found In The Great Barrier Reef
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Much of the west coast of Australia was discovered by accident when Dutch treasure galleons crashed into its fringing coral reefs and left chests of gold and silver on the coral floor.
Much of the west coast of Australia was discovered by accident when Dutch treasure galleons crashed into its fringing coral reefs and left chests of gold and silver on the coral floor.
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The Undiscovered Golden Cities Of The Incan Empire | Lost City Of Gold
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For the better part of 400 years, people have searched the deep canyons and towering ice peaks of these mist-covered cloud forests trying to locate the lost cities of the Inca. They were
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For the better part of 400 years, people have searched the deep canyons and towering ice peaks of these mist-covered cloud forests trying to locate the lost cities of the Inca. They were all after one thing; gold. Any gold would do but there was one thing desired above all others, the Great Golden Disc of the Sun. The most sacred of all Inca relics. The Inca Holy Grail.
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Can This Amateur WW2 Collection Be Transformed Into A Museum? | Heritage Rescue
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Brigid visits an amazing military history collection in desperate need of a makeover. This stunning collection with artifacts rivaling anything in the country is run by only one man.
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Brigid visits an amazing military history collection in desperate need of a makeover. This stunning collection with artifacts rivaling anything in the country is run by only one man. This museum is in desperate need of decluttering and a more professional approach.
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The Final Confessions Of A 19th-Century Cannibal On Death Row | Alexander Pearce
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Eight men escape from the most isolated prison on earth. Only one man survives and the story he recounts shocks the British establishment to the core. This is the story of how one man
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Eight men escape from the most isolated prison on earth. Only one man survives and the story he recounts shocks the British establishment to the core. This is the story of how one man endured the unimaginable by doing the unthinkable. The film follows the final days of Irish convict and bushranger Alexander Pearce as he awaits execution.
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Power, Gossip & Execution: Inside France's Most Debauched Dynasty | Versailles
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Symbol of France's glory, Versailles is probably the most splendid royal palace in Europe. From 1643 to 1792 it was the stage on which the most glorious period of the French Monarchy
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Symbol of France's glory, Versailles is probably the most splendid royal palace in Europe. From 1643 to 1792 it was the stage on which the most glorious period of the French Monarchy played out, until the darkest days, at the fall of the Bourbon dynasty.
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Can This Fragile UNESCO World Heritage Site Be Restored? | Heritage Rescue
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New Zealand's Rangitoto Island museum is a snapshot of volcanic island life in the 1900s. However, it is in desperate need of a facelift. Without compromising the historical integrity of the building, this tiny museum is in need of modernizing.
New Zealand's Rangitoto Island museum is a snapshot of volcanic island life in the 1900s. However, it is in desperate need of a facelift. Without compromising the historical integrity of the building, this tiny museum is in need of modernizing.
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Confucius: The Real Man Behind The Legendary Ancient Philosopher | Confucius
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Confucius is one of history's most influential men - a sage, philosopher and teacher - who, with Socrates and Buddha, lived at an extraordinary time in the evolution of mankind's
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Confucius is one of history's most influential men - a sage, philosopher and teacher - who, with Socrates and Buddha, lived at an extraordinary time in the evolution of mankind's civilization. This stunning drama-documentary explores the life and times of Confucius and demystifies his ideas.
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Was Life In Victorian Britain Actually That Bad? | Life In Victorian Times
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The Victorian era was one of the most remarkable in British history; it saw The Industrial Revolution, the growth of major cities, the birth of the British Empire, and huge advances in
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The Victorian era was one of the most remarkable in British history; it saw The Industrial Revolution, the growth of major cities, the birth of the British Empire, and huge advances in medicine, transport, and education. Incorporating rare footage from the end of Queen Victoria's reign, this film presents an uncomplicated picture of the era, focusing on aspects of everyday life.
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The Archaeology Uncovered After The Christchurch Earthquake | Heritage Rescue
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The 2011 Christchurch Earthquake devastated New Zealand’s oldest city. Time Team’s Brigid Gallagher and her team take on a very different kind of museum challenge in Christchurch: to
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The 2011 Christchurch Earthquake devastated New Zealand’s oldest city. Time Team’s Brigid Gallagher and her team take on a very different kind of museum challenge in Christchurch: to create a pop-up container exhibit featuring artifacts found as a result of the disaster.
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The Mysterious Underworld Of Historical Artifact Theft | Secrets of The Exhibit
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Secrets of the Exhibit explores the sinister crimes, wild tales, strange findings, and shocking twists of history that altered the art world. From the diamond-encrusted slippers of an
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Secrets of the Exhibit explores the sinister crimes, wild tales, strange findings, and shocking twists of history that altered the art world. From the diamond-encrusted slippers of an Indian Prince to stolen Renoir paintings, Secrets of the Exhibit goes beyond the surface to delve into how theft has shaped the world of heritage conservation.
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Cavaliers vs. Roundheads: What Caused The English Civil War? | Line Of Fire
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The Battle of Marston Moor on July 2nd, 1644 was one of the most important of the entire English Civil War. It was here that a force of some 27,000 Parliamentarian and Scottish troops routed an army of just 18,000 Royalists.
The Battle of Marston Moor on July 2nd, 1644 was one of the most important of the entire English Civil War. It was here that a force of some 27,000 Parliamentarian and Scottish troops routed an army of just 18,000 Royalists.
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The Hidden History Of An 19th-Century Gold Rush Boomtown | Heritage Rescue
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Heritage Rescue explores the town of Thames. Its history includes gunfights on the street, famous tightrope walkers, and mysterious ghost stories feature in the creation of a new exhibit at Thames Historical Museum.
Heritage Rescue explores the town of Thames. Its history includes gunfights on the street, famous tightrope walkers, and mysterious ghost stories feature in the creation of a new exhibit at Thames Historical Museum.
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Great Fire & Plague: When 17th-Century London Became A Living Hell | Fire & Fever
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Over the span of two years, London faced a series of unimaginable disasters. A devastating outbreak of the plague was soon followed by a fire that leveled the city. Based on such sources
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Over the span of two years, London faced a series of unimaginable disasters. A devastating outbreak of the plague was soon followed by a fire that leveled the city. Based on such sources as the diaries of Samuel Pepys, Dr. Nathaniel Hodges, Rev. Thomas Vincent, and others of the disastrous Great Plague of 1665 and the equally destructive Great Fire of 1666 and their effects on life in 17th-century London.
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Culloden: The Brutal 18th-Century Battle In The Scottish Highlands | Line Of Fire
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On 16 April 1746, on Drummossie Moor overlooking Inverness, a well supplied Hanoverian army led by the Duke of Cumberland annihilated the much smaller army of Lord John Murray and the
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On 16 April 1746, on Drummossie Moor overlooking Inverness, a well supplied Hanoverian army led by the Duke of Cumberland annihilated the much smaller army of Lord John Murray and the leader he mistrusted, Prince Charles Edward Stuart. It was Bonnie Prince Charlie's final assault on the English, and the bloodiest of all the Jacobite battles. It was also the last battle fought on British soil.
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The Giant Jurassic Period Squid Found In New Zealand | Heritage Rescue
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Brigid visits the Kawhia museum and discovers an eclectic collection of national treasures, from Jurassic fossils to some of NZ's finest examples of Maori weaving, languishing in an outdated setting.
Brigid visits the Kawhia museum and discovers an eclectic collection of national treasures, from Jurassic fossils to some of NZ's finest examples of Maori weaving, languishing in an outdated setting.
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What Was Life Like When Dinosaurs Ruled The Earth? | Dinosaurs In The Outback
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Many millions of years ago, before even our ancestors walked the earth, there were dinosaurs. This dazzling production explores often dramatic evidence that Australia was once a place
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Many millions of years ago, before even our ancestors walked the earth, there were dinosaurs. This dazzling production explores often dramatic evidence that Australia was once a place where dinosaurs roamed in vast numbers. Using live-action and 3D animation, the film features compelling reconstructions that tell a grand story mixing earth history with the fascinating rise and fall of dinosaurs.
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The Bloody Battle That Sparked The English Civil War | Line Of Fire
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In October 1642, the forces of King Charles I descended on Edgehill to fight the parliamentarian army of the Earl of Essex. This battle brought a shattering end to more than 130 years of peace.
In October 1642, the forces of King Charles I descended on Edgehill to fight the parliamentarian army of the Earl of Essex. This battle brought a shattering end to more than 130 years of peace.
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Can These Failing History Museums Be Rescued From Closure? | Heritage Rescue
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Archaeologist Brigid Gallagher travels to NZ to visit a different heritage site each week. Along with her team, Brigid gets the exhibition organized, creating new exhibits and uncovering fascinating stories.
Archaeologist Brigid Gallagher travels to NZ to visit a different heritage site each week. Along with her team, Brigid gets the exhibition organized, creating new exhibits and uncovering fascinating stories.
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The Mystery Of The Massive Dinosaur Badlands | Dino Trails
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The Dino Trails series reveals the latest dinosaur discoveries in Canada that are making headlines around the world and explains why these locations are famous.
The Dino Trails series reveals the latest dinosaur discoveries in Canada that are making headlines around the world and explains why these locations are famous.
The battle of Naseby was fought on the foggy morning of 14th June 1645 and is considered one of the most important battles in the English Civil War. Sir Thomas Fairfax, Captain-General
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The battle of Naseby was fought on the foggy morning of 14th June 1645 and is considered one of the most important battles in the English Civil War. Sir Thomas Fairfax, Captain-General of Parliament's New Model Army, led his troops to victory over King Charles I. Charles escaped, but the destruction of his forces meant that his ultimate defeat was simply a question of time.
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What Did It Feel Like To Have The Bubonic Plague? | The Great Plague
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A look at the Great Plague in London of 1665 and a comparison to the spreading of the Covid-19 virus of today. Medic Xand van Tulleken, archaeologist Raksha Dave, and journalist John
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A look at the Great Plague in London of 1665 and a comparison to the spreading of the Covid-19 virus of today. Medic Xand van Tulleken, archaeologist Raksha Dave, and journalist John Sergeant trace the plague back to its source and look at the ways history is repeating itself again.
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What Were Normal Victorian People Really Like? | Britain In Color
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Victorian Britain on Film offers audiences a unique window into a bygone era when a thrilling new invention, the motion picture camera, first captures a nation on film. Most of these
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Victorian Britain on Film offers audiences a unique window into a bygone era when a thrilling new invention, the motion picture camera, first captures a nation on film. Most of these films have been transformed by colorizing them for the first time. They offer a rare portrait of a powerful and prosperous nation – and Empire – on the cusp of great change.
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What Was Life Like For Normal People In 1940s Britain? | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson embarks on spectacular walks through some of Britain's most historic landscapes in search of the richest stories from our past. Tony's walk this time takes him back to 1940
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Tony Robinson embarks on spectacular walks through some of Britain's most historic landscapes in search of the richest stories from our past. Tony's walk this time takes him back to 1940 when Dorset became the unlikely front line in the war against Hitler. His five-day, 60-mile walk along the Jurassic coast reveals the county's hidden World War II story.
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What Was It Like To Live In Plague-Ridden London? | The Great Plague
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The bubonic plague epidemic decimated London in 1666. Medic Xand van Tulleken, archaeologist Raksha Dave, and journalist John Sergeant trace the plague back to its source and look at the ways history has repeated itself with the COVID-19 pandemic.
The bubonic plague epidemic decimated London in 1666. Medic Xand van Tulleken, archaeologist Raksha Dave, and journalist John Sergeant trace the plague back to its source and look at the ways history has repeated itself with the COVID-19 pandemic.
We are introduced to indigenous creation stories; discoveries by archaeologists, geneticists, linguists and anthropologists about the arrival of various indigenous people that are
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We are introduced to indigenous creation stories; discoveries by archaeologists, geneticists, linguists and anthropologists about the arrival of various indigenous people that are believed to arrive via the land bridge from what is now Russia and Alaska and also via boat and sailing down the N. American coast, settling in many areas and then developing differing languages, cultures and customs.
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How Medieval England Transitioned To The Industrial Age | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson explores the birth of the Industrial Revolution. He takes a 40-mile walk through the glorious Peak District, along the Derwent Valley, where the world's industrial
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Tony Robinson explores the birth of the Industrial Revolution. He takes a 40-mile walk through the glorious Peak District, along the Derwent Valley, where the world's industrial revolution was born. Great Britain was a generally poor island that relied on agriculture and the wool trade. But, somehow, it became the powerhouse of the industry for the entire world and it all started in the Derwent Valley.
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How The Bubonic Plague Decimated The Population Of London | The Great Plague
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The Great Plague decimated the city of London in 1666. This disease killed 100,000 in London alone, a quarter of the population. Behind the numbers of infections and deaths, we find the
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The Great Plague decimated the city of London in 1666. This disease killed 100,000 in London alone, a quarter of the population. Behind the numbers of infections and deaths, we find the tragedies. Like that of the Poole family, who lost all five of their children in eleven days.
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How Ancient Americans Survived Their Harsh Environment | 1491
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Indigenous people created significant changes to their environment through resource harvesting, farming, urban development, irrigation, controlled burning, and deforestation.
Indigenous people created significant changes to their environment through resource harvesting, farming, urban development, irrigation, controlled burning, and deforestation.
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Rage & Gluttony: The Rise And Fall Of King Henry VIII | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson has quite a long walk ahead of him as it takes four days of vigorous hiking to get from Penshurst in the Weald to Lewes on the South Downs. He's visiting places with a
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Tony Robinson has quite a long walk ahead of him as it takes four days of vigorous hiking to get from Penshurst in the Weald to Lewes on the South Downs. He's visiting places with a connection to Henry VIII. Some are magnificent manor houses, but others are less well-known sites where both the Tudor iron industry and beer brewing industry once flourished.
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The Hunt For The Great American Dinosaurs Cemeteries | Time Team
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Tony Robinson and Phil Harding travel to the Rocky Mountains in Montana, USA, for this special program on dinosaurs and the professional and private 'dinosaur hunters' who seek and
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Tony Robinson and Phil Harding travel to the Rocky Mountains in Montana, USA, for this special program on dinosaurs and the professional and private 'dinosaur hunters' who seek and recover fossil remains. Accompanying several digs, they soon learn that the methods used by the dinosaur hunters turn out to be similar to those employed by archaeologists.
Maize from Mesoamerica, Potatoes from the Andes, biodiversity of the Amazon, Camus from the Plains, seal hunting of the Arctic, whale hunting of the NW Coast, Bison jumps, and Fishing
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Maize from Mesoamerica, Potatoes from the Andes, biodiversity of the Amazon, Camus from the Plains, seal hunting of the Arctic, whale hunting of the NW Coast, Bison jumps, and Fishing weirs. These are the foods that powered the Indigenous Peoples of The Americas throughout history before the arrival of the Europeans.
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The Bloody History Of Warfare In The Scottish Highlands | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson takes on a tough four-day trek through the Kintail region of the west Scottish Highlands to discover the story of the Jacobite uprisings of the early 1700s. On three
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Tony Robinson takes on a tough four-day trek through the Kintail region of the west Scottish Highlands to discover the story of the Jacobite uprisings of the early 1700s. On three occasions, Highland armies, assisted by the French and the Spanish, attempted to overthrow the King and put a Stuart back on the throne.
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Scotland’s Tragic Last Stand To Overthrow The English Throne | History Of Warfare
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On 16 April 1746, on Drummossie Moor overlooking Inverness, a well supplied Hanoverian army led by the Duke of Cumberland annihilated the much smaller army of Lord John Murray and the
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On 16 April 1746, on Drummossie Moor overlooking Inverness, a well supplied Hanoverian army led by the Duke of Cumberland annihilated the much smaller army of Lord John Murray and the leader he mistrusted, Prince Charles Edward Stuart. It was Bonnie Prince Charlie's final assault on the English, and the bloodiest of all the Jacobite battles. It was also the last battle fought on British soil.
From the first apartment buildings of the South West to the ice homes of the far North, early Native Americans were genius architects. Whether living a nomadic existence or in sprawling
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From the first apartment buildings of the South West to the ice homes of the far North, early Native Americans were genius architects. Whether living a nomadic existence or in sprawling urban centers, indigenous people throughout the Americas created their homes and community structures to fulfill the needs and values of their society.
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4000 BC: Life & Death In Stone Age Britain | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson heads off for a 45-mile walk across Wiltshire to tell the story of life and death in Britain’s Stone Age. His route over chalk downlands and Salisbury Plains takes him through the greatest concentration of prehistoric sites in Europe.
Tony Robinson heads off for a 45-mile walk across Wiltshire to tell the story of life and death in Britain’s Stone Age. His route over chalk downlands and Salisbury Plains takes him through the greatest concentration of prehistoric sites in Europe.
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The Devastating Human Cost Of The English Civil War | History Of Warfare
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The English Civil Wars comprised three wars, which were fought between Charles I and Parliament between 1642 and 1651. The wars were part of a wider conflict involving Wales, Scotland,
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The English Civil Wars comprised three wars, which were fought between Charles I and Parliament between 1642 and 1651. The wars were part of a wider conflict involving Wales, Scotland, and Ireland, known as the Wars of the Three Kingdoms. The human cost of the wars was devastating.
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Hiawatha: The Man Who Stopped The Iroquois’ Bloody Tribal Wars | 1491
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In the 12th century, the five Iroquois nations were locked in a bloody cycle of revenge. Human relations had broken down to the point of fratricide and cannibalism. Hiawatha was a Mohawk
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In the 12th century, the five Iroquois nations were locked in a bloody cycle of revenge. Human relations had broken down to the point of fratricide and cannibalism. Hiawatha was a Mohawk leader who lost his wife and children in the violence. But with the guidance of Dekanawidah, The Great Peacemaker, Hiawatha turned his grief into forgiveness. Hiawatha and The Peacemaker shared their vision of forgiveness until the warring nations found peace in togetherness. Together, they founded the Iroquois Confederacy; a nation that stands strong today.
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Life & Death At The Farthest Edge Of The Roman Empire | Walking Through History
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It was 30 years after the Romans invaded Britain that they were ready to take on the challenge of conquering the Lake District. It was the toughest landscape they had encountered in the country and was populated by a rebellious tribe.
It was 30 years after the Romans invaded Britain that they were ready to take on the challenge of conquering the Lake District. It was the toughest landscape they had encountered in the country and was populated by a rebellious tribe.
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The Dark History Of Smuggling In 18th-Century Britain | Walking Through History
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In the late 18th century, there was a surefire way to earn a living along the Cornish coast: smuggling. The great walking country is home to tiny secretive harbors, beaches, and secluded coves which were once ideal for the infamous illicit imports.
In the late 18th century, there was a surefire way to earn a living along the Cornish coast: smuggling. The great walking country is home to tiny secretive harbors, beaches, and secluded coves which were once ideal for the infamous illicit imports.
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The Hidden History Of Britain's Industrial Heartland | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson is in Lancashire to explore the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, the longest single man-made waterway in the UK. Next, he travels to Wigan Pier, exploring its Georgian and Victorian origins.
Tony Robinson is in Lancashire to explore the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, the longest single man-made waterway in the UK. Next, he travels to Wigan Pier, exploring its Georgian and Victorian origins.
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Cuthbert: The Mysterious Dark Age Saint Of Lindisfarne | Walking Through History
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In the Dark Age Kingdom of Northumbria, Tony Robinson sets out on the trail of St. Cuthbert. The ancient kingdom of Northumbria holds the secrets to our Pagan and early Christian past. Tony will retrace the path of Cuthbert from Edinburgh to York.
In the Dark Age Kingdom of Northumbria, Tony Robinson sets out on the trail of St. Cuthbert. The ancient kingdom of Northumbria holds the secrets to our Pagan and early Christian past. Tony will retrace the path of Cuthbert from Edinburgh to York.
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Brontë Sisters: The Tragic Lives Of The Literary Icons | Walking Through History
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Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte were born into a world of mills and moors in the early 19th century in Yorkshire. The writing prowess in the Bronte family produced timeless literary
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Charlotte, Emily, and Anne Bronte were born into a world of mills and moors in the early 19th century in Yorkshire. The writing prowess in the Bronte family produced timeless literary classics like "Jane Eyre" and "Wuthering Heights". Their lives, remarkable storytelling, and tragic early deaths have left a lasting imprint on the psyche of West Yorkshire.
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The Secret Rural Hideaway For Victorian Royalty | Walking Through History
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Tony Robinson explores the history of North Norfolk, a region in Britain known for its ancient pathways, lost industries, and historic monuments. North Norfolk was once on the verge of
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Tony Robinson explores the history of North Norfolk, a region in Britain known for its ancient pathways, lost industries, and historic monuments. North Norfolk was once on the verge of becoming a trendy and popular area during Victorian times due to royal patronage, celebrity visitors, and the development of railway lines.
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How Queen Victoria Fell In Love With The Scottish Highlands | Through History
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The Scottish Highlands were once considered by many down south as a mysterious land, but through rebranding efforts in the 19th century, it became one of the world's most popular tourist
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The Scottish Highlands were once considered by many down south as a mysterious land, but through rebranding efforts in the 19th century, it became one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's visit to the Highlands led to a massive influx of tourists to the region.
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What Was Life Like In The Victorian Social Class System? | Secrets of Britain
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The Victorian era was famous for its rigid class system that divided Britain. Alan Titchmarsh will delve into the working lives of each social tier.
The Victorian era was famous for its rigid class system that divided Britain. Alan Titchmarsh will delve into the working lives of each social tier.
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How The Normans Used War And Seduction To Conquer | Walking Through History
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Sir Tony Robinson explores the Pembrokeshire coast to uncover a different kind of Norman Conquest than we are used to. The conquest of the famous Welsh coastline by the Normans was a
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Sir Tony Robinson explores the Pembrokeshire coast to uncover a different kind of Norman Conquest than we are used to. The conquest of the famous Welsh coastline by the Normans was a long and fiercely fought struggle, unlike the famous Battle of Hastings in 1066.
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What Was Daily Life Like In Bubonic Plague-Ridden London? | The Great Plague
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The Great Plague of 1665 killed 100,000 in London alone, 25% of the city's population, and a further 100,000 in the rest of the country. Taking a look at the parallels between this and the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Great Plague of 1665 killed 100,000 in London alone, 25% of the city's population, and a further 100,000 in the rest of the country. Taking a look at the parallels between this and the COVID-19 pandemic.
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The Spectacular Downfall Of The Bad King John | Walking Through History
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Sir Tony Robinson is exploring the downfall of King John, the sworn enemy of Robin Hood. He was a famously unpopular and tyrannical medieval king and was hated by all his contemporaries.
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Sir Tony Robinson is exploring the downfall of King John, the sworn enemy of Robin Hood. He was a famously unpopular and tyrannical medieval king and was hated by all his contemporaries. King John faced opposition due to his quest for money, heavy taxes, and loss of lands, including Normandy which is predecessors fought hard to obtain.
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The Bloody Rebellion To Overthrow The Stuart Dynasty | Walking Through History
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Sir Tony Robinson is in ‘the most rebellious corner of England’ following the fortunes of the Duke of Monmouth’s armed attempt to overthrow the British monarchy. The year is 1685… it’s
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Sir Tony Robinson is in ‘the most rebellious corner of England’ following the fortunes of the Duke of Monmouth’s armed attempt to overthrow the British monarchy. The year is 1685… it’s 25 years after the Restoration, and the catholic James II has just ascended the throne. This is the cue for one of the most remarkable and rapid rebellions in our history and one that leads to the last pitched battle ever to take place on English soil.
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The Missing History of Aboriginal Australia | Occupation: Native
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The Aboriginal story is often buried deep beneath the accepted 247-year Australian historical narrative. It's not that the Australian story is wrong, it's just that it's a wee bit one
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The Aboriginal story is often buried deep beneath the accepted 247-year Australian historical narrative. It's not that the Australian story is wrong, it's just that it's a wee bit one sided. Getting all historical, Aboriginal filmmaker Trisha Morton-Thomas, bites back at Australian history. The story of Aboriginal Australia has in many cases been warped beyond recognition, often devoid of Indigenous input and belittling the enormous contribution Aboriginal people have made to the building of the nation.
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The Sadistic Torturer Of The Tudor Tower Of London | Tales Of The Tower
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The Tower Of London is the United Kingdom's foremost tourist attraction - an imposing stronghold that has been part of London's royal heritage for more than 1,000 years. It has changed
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The Tower Of London is the United Kingdom's foremost tourist attraction - an imposing stronghold that has been part of London's royal heritage for more than 1,000 years. It has changed roles, from fortress to palace to prison; if the stones of this mighty citadel could talk imagine what stories they could tell. The events that have taken place here and the tragic and heroic characters that have passed through the gates have shaped the destiny of the United Kingdom.
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The Surprisingly Lethal Life Of Medieval Royal Servants | Worst Jobs
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You'd suspect that working in a royal palace wood have been preferable to working in the fields. But these royal jobs are among the worst in history. Life was gruelling for those who
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You'd suspect that working in a royal palace wood have been preferable to working in the fields. But these royal jobs are among the worst in history. Life was gruelling for those who found themselves working as a lance maker, falcon-keeper, whipping boy, food taster, groom of the chamber, royal messenger, royal washerwoman, fireworker, boot boy, and the dreaded purple maker.
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What Was It Like To Be Tortured In The Tower Of London? | The Tower
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Torture, treason, and bizarre executions were standard practices at The Tower Of London. The Tower is the United Kingdom's foremost tourist attraction - an imposing stronghold that has
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Torture, treason, and bizarre executions were standard practices at The Tower Of London. The Tower is the United Kingdom's foremost tourist attraction - an imposing stronghold that has been part of London's royal heritage for more than 1,000 years. It has changed roles, from fortress to palace to prison; if the stones of this mighty citadel could talk imagine what stories they could tell. The events that have taken place here and the tragic and heroic characters that have passed through the gates have shaped the destiny of the United Kingdom.
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The Unsurprisingly Deadly Job Of A Medieval Sailor | Worst Jobs
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Among the thankless tasks tackled by Tony this week is the work of the midshipman, lighthouse keeper, stoker, and trimmer. He will live like the men of Britain's first navy who survived
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Among the thankless tasks tackled by Tony this week is the work of the midshipman, lighthouse keeper, stoker, and trimmer. He will live like the men of Britain's first navy who survived on minimal rations and like the men who wore sacks on their heads on the luxury liners.
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How England's Most Barbaric Execution Method Was Finally Banned | The Tower
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Every imaginable execution method took place at The Tower of London in its 1000-year-old past. The most grisly of all was live disembowelment. The method was so gross and barbaric that
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Every imaginable execution method took place at The Tower of London in its 1000-year-old past. The most grisly of all was live disembowelment. The method was so gross and barbaric that Queen Elizabeth I finally banned the practice. The last time it was used was in 1586 on the conspirators of the Babington Plot. The plot was the work of Francis Walsingham, the father of modern espionage. He was known as The Spymaster.
This week we take a close look at the worst rural jobs and remember those who risked their necks to maintain the heart of rural life, shifted excrement to produce enduring images of the countryside and saved souls in the villages by eating bread.
This week we take a close look at the worst rural jobs and remember those who risked their necks to maintain the heart of rural life, shifted excrement to produce enduring images of the countryside and saved souls in the villages by eating bread.
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The Chaos And Suffering In Ancient Egypt's Dark Age | Immortal Egypt
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Joann Fletcher explores how the Pyramid Age ended in catastrophe. In one of Saqqara's last pyramid complexes, Joann uncovers evidence of famine as the young Egyptian state suffered a worsening climate and political upheaval.
Joann Fletcher explores how the Pyramid Age ended in catastrophe. In one of Saqqara's last pyramid complexes, Joann uncovers evidence of famine as the young Egyptian state suffered a worsening climate and political upheaval.
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What Was Life Like In Medieval England Under The Feudal System? | Medieval Life
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From the Norman invasion in 1066 to the end of the Wars of the Roses in 1485, Medieval England transformed from an agricultural feudal society to one on the brink of creating an empire.
From the Norman invasion in 1066 to the end of the Wars of the Roses in 1485, Medieval England transformed from an agricultural feudal society to one on the brink of creating an empire.
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What Was Life Like In Ancient Egypt's Golden Age? | Immortal Egypt
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Joann Fletcher explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon built under Egypt's greatest pharaoh, Amenhotep III. Joann explores the dizzying heights of Egypt's civilization, and the lives
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Joann Fletcher explores the magnificent Colossi of Memnon built under Egypt's greatest pharaoh, Amenhotep III. Joann explores the dizzying heights of Egypt's civilization, and the lives of the workers and artisans caught up in Egypt's most ambitious building project: the Valley of the Kings.
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The Underground Female Bare-Knuckle Boxing Scene Of Georgian London | Fight Club
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The history of organized fighting in Britain begins in the Georgian era. Lucy Inglis takes a look at the dark world of women's bare-knuckle boxing in London during the 18th century. The
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The history of organized fighting in Britain begins in the Georgian era. Lucy Inglis takes a look at the dark world of women's bare-knuckle boxing in London during the 18th century. The Georgian period in London was a time of expansion and upheaval. Women fought for honor, settled disputes, and competed for sport.
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The Dramatic Fall Of Ancient Egypt Explained | Immortal Egypt
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Joann discovers how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife, ultimately leading to its destruction. Joann leaves Egypt and journeys south to Sudan where she finds
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Joann discovers how Egypt's enemies exploited a country weakened by internal strife, ultimately leading to its destruction. Joann leaves Egypt and journeys south to Sudan where she finds the remarkable story of the forgotten Nubian Kings. Alexandria was once Egypt's capital, known for its power, wealth, and luxury.
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Georgian Death Match: The Bloody History Of The Pistol Duel | Fight Club
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We explore the history of dueling in Georgian England, where individuals fought to the death to settle disputes, clear their names, or prove their courage and skill. The evolution of the
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We explore the history of dueling in Georgian England, where individuals fought to the death to settle disputes, clear their names, or prove their courage and skill. The evolution of the dueling weapon ranged from swords to pistols, and various modifications were made for accuracy and ease of use. The prevalence of dueling can be attributed to excessive alcohol consumption, gambling, and the concept of honor.
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The Suspicious Death Of This Siberian Mummy | Mummy Who Came In From The Cold
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In Yakoutia, a forgotten province of Siberia, anthropologist Eric Crubezy has unearthed a strange tomb containing the body of a woman with her eyes covered and clothed in a garment of
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In Yakoutia, a forgotten province of Siberia, anthropologist Eric Crubezy has unearthed a strange tomb containing the body of a woman with her eyes covered and clothed in a garment of pearls. Eric Krubesi, an anthropologist, is excavating burial sites of ancient Yakuts in Eastern Siberia to gather genetic and anthropological data. The Yakuts, an enigmatic people of Eastern Siberia, have left few written records, and their history is largely unknown.
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The Brutal World Of Bare-Knuckle Boxing In Victorian Britain | Fight Club
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This is the history of bare-knuckle fighting in Victorian Britain, a brutal sport that seeks to decide the undisputed champion of the world. The rise of fighters like Tom Spring, who
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This is the history of bare-knuckle fighting in Victorian Britain, a brutal sport that seeks to decide the undisputed champion of the world. The rise of fighters like Tom Spring, who came from humble working-class origins to become sporting superstars, paved the way for Tyson Fury, Mohammed Ali, and Mike Tyson. Bare-knuckle fighting was a sport with few rules, no gloves, and often resulted in death.
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Admiral Nelson: The Man Who Saved Britain From Napoleon | Nelson's Trafalgar
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Admiral Nelson's heroic death at the Battle of Trafalgar is immortalized in bronze and stone on the great column in Trafalgar Square. Nelson, a brave and brilliant war leader, was also known for being vain, ruthless, and impetuous.
Admiral Nelson's heroic death at the Battle of Trafalgar is immortalized in bronze and stone on the great column in Trafalgar Square. Nelson, a brave and brilliant war leader, was also known for being vain, ruthless, and impetuous.
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The Brutal & Bizarre World Of The Medieval Fight Tournament | Fight Club
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In the late 1400s in Tudor England, knights were born and bred to face combat, both on the battlefield and the tournament ground. We explore the intriguing world of medieval tournaments,
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In the late 1400s in Tudor England, knights were born and bred to face combat, both on the battlefield and the tournament ground. We explore the intriguing world of medieval tournaments, highlighting the role of knights as both warriors and symbols of heroism.
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Black Death: The Disease That Wiped Out Half Of Europe | Secrets in the Bones
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It was called the Black Death, a disease that started in the 14th century, and swept across Europe wiping out half the population, one of the most lethal killers in human history. But
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It was called the Black Death, a disease that started in the 14th century, and swept across Europe wiping out half the population, one of the most lethal killers in human history. But the cause of the Black Death has eluded scientists. Now, Evolutionary biologist Hendrik Poinar embarks on an epic journey to solve the 600-year old mystery and change the way we fight infectious diseases today.
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Is There A Sunken Bronze Age Civilisation Under The Black Sea? | Dark Secrets
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The Black Sea is a place of great mystery and antiquity. Scientists have found evidence of ancient submerged civilizations in the Black Sea, indicating a sudden rise in sea levels around
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The Black Sea is a place of great mystery and antiquity. Scientists have found evidence of ancient submerged civilizations in the Black Sea, indicating a sudden rise in sea levels around 6000 BC. Ancient legends describe a time when the oceans rose above the land, causing an entire civilization to vanish beneath the cold waters of this ocean region. Could this be the great flood described in the Bible during the time of Noah?
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The Intimate Secrets Of Queen Victoria's Enduring Reign | Victoria's Secrets
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Queen Victoria inherited the throne of Great Britain at the tender age of 18 and rules for 63 years, giving her name to an enitre era. Victoria was a complex character, her personality a
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Queen Victoria inherited the throne of Great Britain at the tender age of 18 and rules for 63 years, giving her name to an enitre era. Victoria was a complex character, her personality a strange mixture of contradictions. This fascinating documentary provides a penetrating insight into the Queen's life as Victoria's Secrets are revealed at last.
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100º Below: What Was It Like To Be Stranded In Antarctica? | Great Adventurers
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Join us on a captivating journey to the coldest and most inhospitable environment on Earth - Antarctica. We will learn about the legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton and his adventurous
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Join us on a captivating journey to the coldest and most inhospitable environment on Earth - Antarctica. We will learn about the legendary explorer Ernest Shackleton and his adventurous spirit, drive for fame, and rivalry with fellow explorer Robert Scott.
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What Was Daily Life Like For An Anglo-Saxon? | Life in Anglo-Saxon Times
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Most Anglo-Saxons were farmers and lived off the land. They were able to make equipment such as ploughs and tools to help them in their work. They would grind wheat to make flour so they
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Most Anglo-Saxons were farmers and lived off the land. They were able to make equipment such as ploughs and tools to help them in their work. They would grind wheat to make flour so they could make bread. Some Anglo-Saxons were skilled craftsmen who made decorative jewellery such as brooches and necklaces. But ultimately, Anglo Saxon life provided challenges long forgotten by today's Brits.
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The Ming Dynasty's Destructive Appetite For Silver | Empires of Silver
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In 1581, China's Emperor sparked a global demand for silver, changing the course of history forever. This was how Spain's silver trade with China shaped the New World, funding America's
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In 1581, China's Emperor sparked a global demand for silver, changing the course of history forever. This was how Spain's silver trade with China shaped the New World, funding America's Industrial Revolution and driving the growth of cities worldwide. Uncover the conflicts and consequences as silver becomes both a source of power and a catalyst for China's 'century of humiliation.' Join us on a journey that reveals the intricate connections between China and the rest of the world.
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This Ancient Bow Was A Samurai's Deadliest Weapon | Samurai Bow
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Samurai Bow explores the violence, beauty, and reverie that surround the Samurai's earliest weapon. With stunning dramatic reconstruction, we reveal the ancient way of the Samurai and
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Samurai Bow explores the violence, beauty, and reverie that surround the Samurai's earliest weapon. With stunning dramatic reconstruction, we reveal the ancient way of the Samurai and explore how the bow could avert wars when put in the hands of a true master.
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How The Opium Trade Destroyed China’s Greatest Empire | Empires Of Silver
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China's lust for silver helped establish their formidable economic position on the global stage. However, Western powers were reluctant to engage in silver trade and in their search for
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China's lust for silver helped establish their formidable economic position on the global stage. However, Western powers were reluctant to engage in silver trade and in their search for an alternative avenue they discovered something that would change history forever: Opium. As opium surged throughout the nation, it brought forth multifaceted societal issues, ultimately fueling the harrowing Opium Wars.
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The Scandalous Sex Lives Of The Bridgerton Era Aristocracy | Sex & Sensibility
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Examining Georgian attitudes towards love and marriage, this documentary follows a fictional young society couple as they navigate the salacious aristocratic elite of the period. A
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Examining Georgian attitudes towards love and marriage, this documentary follows a fictional young society couple as they navigate the salacious aristocratic elite of the period. A historical romp back in time packed full of fun and informative interviews with the leading experts on courtship and sex in the Georgian period that pull back the covers on the real sex lives of the Georgian aristocracy.
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Why Did Britain Get China Addicted To Opium? | Empires of Silver
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It's hard to believe but silver was at one time worth more than gold. China used silver as their currency and the West had to pay in silver for Chinese goods. This angered the British
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It's hard to believe but silver was at one time worth more than gold. China used silver as their currency and the West had to pay in silver for Chinese goods. This angered the British and so they sought a commodity that the Chinese would be forced to buy. China did not covet any goods that the West had except one: Opium.
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What Was It Like Aboard The First Luxury Ocean Liners? | Great Liners
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We will uncover the surprising origins of ocean liners in steam engine technology and how visionaries like Isambard Kingdom Brunel revolutionized maritime travel. We will learn about the
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We will uncover the surprising origins of ocean liners in steam engine technology and how visionaries like Isambard Kingdom Brunel revolutionized maritime travel. We will learn about the challenges and risks faced by pioneers in the 1830s, leading to the creation of the first purpose-built ocean liner, the Great Western. Follow the evolution of transatlantic passenger services, from the impact of World War I to the development of steam turbo-electric propulsion, transforming ocean liners into cruise ships and military transports.
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Jumbo: David Attenborough On The Tragic Life Of The Superstar Elephant | Jumbo
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David Attenborough investigates the remarkable life and death of Jumbo the elephant - the biggest animal celebrity of the 19th century whose story is said to have inspired the movie
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David Attenborough investigates the remarkable life and death of Jumbo the elephant - the biggest animal celebrity of the 19th century whose story is said to have inspired the movie Dumbo. The most famous animal in the world, Jumbo captivated the world. But behind the curtain, was a tragic story of abuse, alcoholism, violence, and a mysterious death.
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What Dickens' Most Famous Book Says About His Troubled Psyche | Literary Classics
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Charles Dickens' classic novel 'A Tale Of Two Cities' tells the story of the French Doctor Manette, his 18-year-long imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris, and his release to live in
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Charles Dickens' classic novel 'A Tale Of Two Cities' tells the story of the French Doctor Manette, his 18-year-long imprisonment in the Bastille in Paris, and his release to live in London with his daughter Lucie whom he had never met. The story is set against the conditions that led up to the French Revolution and the Reign of Terror. But what was going on in Dicken's personal life that he was trying to express through this novel?
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The Complete History Of The Ancient Egyptian Empire | Immortal Egypt Full Series
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Egypt is home to one of the world's earliest civilizations, with its earliest settlements in northern Africa dating to 17000 BC. Ancient Egypt was a powerful, influential, and
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Egypt is home to one of the world's earliest civilizations, with its earliest settlements in northern Africa dating to 17000 BC. Ancient Egypt was a powerful, influential, and expansionist empire that grew from the Nile River Valley to include much of the eastern Mediterranean. The civilization brought many inventions and advancements, including agriculture, art, architecture, astronomy, mathematics, medicine, religion, writing, and so much more.
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The Metaphysicals: The Punk Poets Of 17th-Century Literature | Literary Classic
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The metaphysical poets lived in a period of significant social and cultural change in the early 17th century. This era was marked by challenges to traditional beliefs due to scientific
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The metaphysical poets lived in a period of significant social and cultural change in the early 17th century. This era was marked by challenges to traditional beliefs due to scientific advances, religious and political upheavals, and the shift from medieval to modern society. The poets' works reflected the influences and pressures of this dynamic period, responding to the anxiety and uncertainty of the time. John Donne, the most renowned metaphysical poet, explored love in various forms—divine, sexual, and platonic.
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Underwater Archaeologists Explore Island Of 1,000 Shipwrecks | Legend of Magdalen
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We explore the marine mysteries of the Magdalen Islands, an archipelago in North America's tumultuous inland saltwater sea. Leonard Clark and his family, spanning three generations in
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We explore the marine mysteries of the Magdalen Islands, an archipelago in North America's tumultuous inland saltwater sea. Leonard Clark and his family, spanning three generations in the village, have meticulously documented over 1,000 sunken ships.
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How Dickens Explained Everything Wrong With Victorian Britain | Literary Classics
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Great Expectations is the thirteenth novel by Charles Dickens and his penultimate completed novel. It depicts the education of an orphan nicknamed Pip. The novel explores themes such as
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Great Expectations is the thirteenth novel by Charles Dickens and his penultimate completed novel. It depicts the education of an orphan nicknamed Pip. The novel explores themes such as class, snobbery, money, and forgiveness. Pip's journey reflects Dickens' contemplation on social class mobility. It is Dickens' second novel, after David Copperfield, to be fully narrated in the first person.
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How Ancient Egypt's Royal Family Drama Destroyed A Dynasty | Egyptian Family Feud
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Ancient Egypt's 19th dynasty has left a huge mark on the country's long history. Unlike their predecessors, the Ramesside's ability to produce a vast quantity of heirs made it seem like
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Ancient Egypt's 19th dynasty has left a huge mark on the country's long history. Unlike their predecessors, the Ramesside's ability to produce a vast quantity of heirs made it seem like their dynasty would be one to last for centuries. However, this resulted in problems all its own, as infighting amongst Egypt's most powerful family began to tear them apart.
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The Canterbury Tales: The English Language's First Masterpiece | Literary Classic
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Geoffrey Chaucer, a poet living in the late 1300s, witnessed significant societal changes in England during the transition from feudalism to a more mercantile system. Chaucer began
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Geoffrey Chaucer, a poet living in the late 1300s, witnessed significant societal changes in England during the transition from feudalism to a more mercantile system. Chaucer began writing the Canterbury Tales around 1387 during a period when the Catholic Church still held extreme power and the Black Death and the 100 Years War were still having profound impacts on England. Chaucer employs satire, irony, and humor throughout the tales, making readers laugh at first and then revealing the seriousness and tragedy beneath.
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