Brainiac: History Abuse

Charlotte Hudson brings history up-to-date with some incredible historical facts - from the stone ages to World War II.

Charlotte Hudson brings history up-to-date with some incredible historical facts - from the stone ages to World War II. In this edition, torture instruments, madness cures and terrifying weapons are scrutinised.

Charlotte Hudson brings history up-to-date with some incredible historical facts - from the stone ages to the Second World War. This programme reveals what people used before loo paper, a horrific remedy for toothache, and an old weapon called the flail.