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British ambulance trains during World War I cared for 500 men at once in mobile hospitals.
Three timber platforms, dating back 11,000 years, were discovered at Star Carr in Yorkshire, revealing insights into Mesolithic life and possible ritual practices.
Wolfgang Stabe recreates a 15th century Korean Hwacha that fires 100 arrows at once.
The British frigate's cannon fire fails to damage the USS Constitution, known as Old Ironsides.
On June 1, 1924, a record-breaking 300,000 visitors attended the British Empire Exhibition in London, celebrating the empire's achievements and wealth.
In 1947, Bedouins near the Dead Sea found ancient copper scrolls that transformed Biblical scholarship and provided crucial insights into ancient manuscripts.
In the Ötztal Alps, hikers Erika and Helmut Simon find the frozen remains of Ötzi, a 5,300-year-old corpse that provides insights into prehistoric life.
Archaeologists discovered a pit containing over 100 human bones near the church in Wharram Percy, raising questions about burial practices in the medieval village.
The B-52 bomber carries 70,000 lbs of smart bombs and nuclear missiles for military operations.
The B-17 enables the eighth Air Force's unprecedented daylight bombing campaign in World War II.
KV-64 tomb in Egypt reveals dual burials, including a lost princess of a high-ranking priest.
Palenque, an ancient Mayan city in Mexico, is celebrated for its stunning architecture and as the burial site of the legendary king Pakal the Great.
In 373 BCE, the city of Haliki vanished beneath the waves, leaving its location a complete mystery in classical archaeology.
Apollo 8 astronaut William Anders captures the iconic 'Earthrise' photo during the space race.
Tina became the first dog to fly over the North Pole in 1926 as a companion to Italian explorer Umberto Nobile during a historic airship expedition.
HMS Queen Elizabeth is taller than Niagara Falls, showcasing its massive scale in this video.
Captain Robert FitzRoy captures four Fuegians, renames them, and plans to take them to England to 'civilize' them and return them to their homeland.
James restores a historic water mill to produce flour for the estate's cafe and educate local children.
The Amesbury Archer burial site near Stonehenge reveals significant Mesolithic artifacts.
A captured Japanese A6M Zero helps U.S. pilots develop new tactics in the Pacific War.
A chicken lived for two years without a head, linking to Civil War and famous explorers.
Yunnan province in China reveals 76 Lufengosaurus specimens from the Jurassic era.
Structures at Göbekli Tepe are at least 12,000 years old, making them the oldest monumental structures ever found.
The term 'Scofflaw' backfires, inspiring a cocktail named 'The Scofflaw' during prohibition.
Learn to make This Conflagration Nation cocktail by Brandon Casey for Smithsonian's history series.
George Crum invents potato chips at Moon's Lake House in Saratoga Springs in 1853.
On Christmas Day 1650, William Lamport escapes from an Inquisition prison in Mexico after eight years of wrongful imprisonment.
The U.S. government develops parachutes for pilots' survival during WWI.
In the spring of 1930, Alfred Wegener and his team conduct an expedition in Greenland to gather evidence supporting the theory of continental drift and Pangea.
In the 2nd century AD, thousands of enslaved Celts, including Ardala, are marched south to Rome after a failed uprising in Britain.
The Leshan Giant Buddha in China is a revered ancient site carved from Mount Emei.
Naxos, a Greek island known for its ancient celebrations of Dionysus, has hosted vibrant wine festivals for over 2,500 years, reflecting its rich cultural heritage.
The Berber horse is prized above all for Roman chariot racers in this informative series.
On D-Day, 290 Duplex Drive tanks were transported across the channel, but 27 of the first 29 launched at Omaha Beach sank due to rough seas.
Martha, the last passenger pigeon, died at 1:00 p.m. on September 1, 1914, marking a definitive moment in the history of extinction.
Doris and Shelly Lyn visit Joseff of Hollywood to admire his iconic jewelry designs.
At Camp X in 1942, spies were taught a very simple lesson about ruthlessness in warfare.
On December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks refused to give up her bus seat in Montgomery, leading to a year-long boycott that challenged segregation laws.
The Mitsubishi A6M 'Zero' leads the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941.
In 1870, the US government constructed the Point Reyes Lighthouse, which sits 300 feet above the water to guide ships safely into San Francisco Bay.
A London blacksmith uses pattern welding to create Saxon sword replicas in Mystic Britain.
William Levitt revolutionizes suburban housing for Americans in the 1950s with Levittown.
The Harrier's unique takeoff and agility are highlighted in the Series: Air Warriors: Harrier.
Jason Bunn, a Monopoly World Champion, shares strategies and insights on the game's history, rules, and tips for building a winning real-estate empire.
The USS Maine sails into Havana, leading to its explosion and the Spanish-American War.
Gobekli Tepe in Turkey, with its intricate stone structures, is over 6,000 years older than Stonehenge, challenging previous beliefs about ancient civilizations.
Richard Pearse, a New Zealand farmer, builds a flying bicycle and pioneers aviation in 1903.
An OSS agent recounts using plastic explosives to make bread during WWII, revealing dangers involved.
