History documentaries
The Castle: Rebuilding History
Norwich Castle has dominated the local skyline since 1121 and now it’s being restored. Filmed over seven years, can one of Europe’s most complex heritage projects succeed and stay on budget?
Suez: 24 Hours that Broke the British Empire
British troops land in Egypt as Prime Minister Eden claims a peacekeeping mission. Hidden motives surface, and 24 hours reshape Britain forever., The turmoil of Britain’s illegal war in Egypt ends its role as a superpower in the region.
The Land of Troy
Janina Ramirez unlocks the mysteries of the ancient ruins of Troy, exploring Aegean Island life, golden treasures and the battlefields of Gallipoli.
Egypt’s Great Mummies: Unwrapped with Bettany Hughes
Bettany explores the faces behind the history, as she reveals stories of glimmering treasure, journeys into the afterlife, and cruel revenge, some of which are only coming to light after thousands of years.
In Our Time
Since its launch in 1997, In Our Time has delighted listeners with in-depth discussions of history, philosophy, religion, literature, science, culture, and art held between leading academics and thinkers.