History documentaries
The Windsor Castle Fire: The Untold Story
In 1992, the world’s oldest inhabited castle, Windsor Castle, suffered a catastrophic fire. Hundreds of priceless paintings and the Queen’s personal royal treasures were under threat. Using newly discovered footage and dramatic personal stories from the firefighters who fought the blaze, this fascinating history documentary provides a minute-by-minute account of the battle to save this iconic building.
The World War: 1914 - 1945
Two brutal world wars defined the 20th century. They are usually considered as two separate entities. But what if they are viewed as a continuous narrative of error, ambition and courage? This ground-breaking documentary series views World War I and World War II as a single conflict, achieving new insights into the cause and effect of these vicious conflicts that changed human history forever.
Stephen Fry: Willem and Frieda - Defying the Nazis
Stephen Fry explores a remarkable story of forgery, sabotage and audacity by the Dutch Resistance that saved thousands of Jews from Hitler’s death camps. Artist Willem Arondeus and musician Frieda Belinfante helped to create fake documentation to fool the Nazi authorities. How has it remained hidden for so long and did the sexuality of the couple lead to their story being forgotten?
Kidnapped: A Georgian Adventure
In 1728, 12-year-old James Annesley was snatched from the streets of Dublin, Ireland and sold into slavery in America. He was the victim of a wicked uncle hell-bent on stealing his massive inheritance. Historian Dan Cruickshank traces James’s astonishing journey from the top table of 18th century society to its murky depths. The story helped inspire Robert Louis Stevenson’s revered book Kidnapped.
Atlantis: The Evidence
The mysterious lost city of Atlantis has captured imaginations for centuries. But does new evidence prove that the legendary story is true? Historian Bettany Hughes unravels one of the most intriguing mysteries of all time, as she presents a series of geological, archaeological, and historical clues to show that the legend of Atlantis was inspired by real historical events.