History documentaries
Ancient Treasures with Bettany Hughes
Historian Bettany Hughes uncovers more extraordinary treasures from the ancient world. With unprecedented access to new discoveries and using state of the art technology, Bettany unearths incredible stories from the past. She visits one of the world’s best-preserved Roman amphitheaters in Bulgaria, ancient archeological discoveries in Oman and even the oldest sword in the world.
The Six Queens of Henry VIII
King Henry VIII’s reign was defined by his marriages. Coercion, manipulation and ultimately murder were all employed. Wives were selected and discarded for political and religious reasons and in a desperate attempt to sire an heir.
Join historians Dan Jones and Suzannah Lipscomb as they explore what these turbulent relationships tell us about England’s legendary king.
Blitz Spirit with Lucy Worsley
In this historical documentary about the Blitz, Lucy Worsley looks at The Battle of Britain and the paranoia that it left behind.
Africa and Britain: A Forgotten History
From slavery to settlement, award-winning historian David Olusoga explores the history of black Britain.
Russia 1917: Countdown to Revolution
The names of Stalin, Lenin and Trotsky are infamous today. But in the space of a few mere months they went from obscure, slogan-shouting nobodies to supreme leaders of the largest nation on earth. This acclaimed Russian Revolution film focuses on the 245 days that brought three men to power. Learn more about a pivotal moment in Russian history and Russian politics.