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Vietnam Veterans Chris Moore, Andrew Boone, and LeRoy Perry return to Vietnam with Friends of Danang to aid sick children and reflect on their past experiences.
Maui's August 2023 wildfire, the deadliest in over a century, resulted from critical missteps and inadequate preparedness, leading to over 100 fatalities and widespread destruction.
In the early American frontier, settlers defied British restrictions to expand westward, leading to significant land deals by President Thomas Jefferson at the expense of Native Americans.
Xi’an, a historic city and former capital of the Tang dynasty, served as a vital terminus of the Silk Road, linking cultures and trade across continents.
Soho in the 1920s emerged as a vibrant hub of hedonism, characterized by a thriving jazz scene, a rampant drug trade, and the influential 'dope girls'.
Around 300 years ago, the dream of creating machines that mimic human actions became a reality with the invention of automata.
Napoleon Bonaparte was born on August 15, 1769, in Ajaccio, Corsica, shortly after the island became part of the Kingdom of France.
In the ancient city of Petra, Tristan Hughes explores the engineering marvels and cultural influences of the Nabataean civilization, highlighting their mastery of desert trade and water management.
The Battle of Agincourt on October 25, 1415, saw King Henry V lead a smaller English force to a decisive victory against a larger French army.
Charlemagne was crowned Emperor on December 25, 800, ruling a realm that encompassed almost the whole of Europe during his reign.
Over 80 key figures discuss the rise of Taiwan's semiconductor industry and its impact on global technology.
JP Morgan accelerates America's industrial growth in Season 1, Episode 5 of the series.
50,000 spectators once filled the Colosseum, a monumental structure completed in 80 AD, as archaeologists investigate its historical significance.
Guatemala's Maras control crime and instill fear in the world's most violent country.
Nearly 260 men, women, and children defend the Alamo against 5,000 Mexican troops led by General Santa Anna during a key moment in American history.
Gorbachev's policies of perestroika and glasnost, alongside rising Eastern European freedoms, catalyzed the collapse of the Soviet Union by 1992.
On December 7, 1941, the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor killed thousands of soldiers and marked the end of American neutrality in World War II.
In the Sierra Madre Mountains of Mexico, forensic anthropologists analyze the remains of an 850-year-old pregnant teenager to reveal the circumstances of her violent death.
Princess Catherine navigates a challenging period in 2024 as she and King Charles III face cancer diagnoses, seeking public support during this difficult time.
600 Marines died and 4,700 were wounded during the four-month battle for Guadalcanal, which marked America's first major offensive against Japan in World War II.
Waldemar Januszczak presents evidence from Europe, Africa, and Asia that challenges the perception of the Dark Ages as a period of cultural decline.
Tony Robinson examines the controversial life of Caligula in this History Hit documentary.
Edited private footage chronicles the Normandy Invasion, including the Channel crossing, Utah Beach, the liberation of Paris, and the entry into Aachen, Germany.
Anthony Sowell, a serial killer in Cleveland, evaded capture for two years while murdering at least 11 black women, highlighting systemic issues in law enforcement.
More than 60,000 man-made structures are revealed in the jungles of Guatemala, shedding new light on the ancient Maya civilization.
Every 16 seconds, a finished car leaves the production line at Germany's Wolfsburg plant, the largest car factory in the world.
Over 2,000 artifacts were discovered at Branodunum, including a rare pewter dish, revealing the fort's significance during Roman occupation.
Hitler's alliances, obsession with wonder weapons, drug use, and the dysfunction of Nazi leadership contributed to the collapse of Germany during World War II.
Allied bombers dropped 1,000 tons of bombs on the town of Cassino in a desperate attempt to break through German defenses during a brutal five-month battle.
Over 3,000 Allied soldiers were killed or taken prisoner during a failed raid on the French port of Dieppe in August 1942, shaping future invasion strategies.
Palestinian youth in the largest West Bank refugee camp express diverse views on the Palestinian Authority's commitment to non-violent resistance against Israeli occupation.
On October 10, 1871, nearly 300 people died and a third of Chicago's population became homeless due to the Great Chicago Fire.
Château de Chambord, commissioned by King Francis I in 1518, showcases architectural brilliance attributed to Leonardo da Vinci, featuring over 400 rooms and a double-helix staircase.
Prince William's role as heir to the British throne creates tension with his brother Harry, who navigates the complexities of being the spare.
A 32-hour train ride covers 1,700 kilometers from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City, connecting the North and South of Vietnam.
1,600 properties generated rental income for the Rhodes family by the end of the 19th century, reflecting their wealth and influence in England.
The brutal murders of two teenagers along the River Thames in 1953 sparked one of Britain's largest manhunts, culminating in the arrest of Alfred Whiteway.
Student protests at Trisakti University in 1998 marked a pivotal moment in Indonesia's revolution against President Suharto, highlighting the struggle for democracy.
Planet Earth is 25,000 miles around and has undergone nearly five billion years of transformation from a molten mass to a habitable environment.
The search for the lost tribes of Israel, remnants of the twelve tribes mentioned in the Bible, explores their historical significance and survival after the Assyrian conquest.
In May 2008, the Vatican acknowledged the possibility of intelligent life on other planets, suggesting a shift in religious thought about extraterrestrials.
World War II, involving over 30 nations and resulting in more than 70 million deaths, is analyzed through its battles and human cost.
Ray Mears explores Britain's ancient history, highlighting archaeological discoveries and the evolution of tools and lifestyles from the earliest inhabitants to the Iron Age.
The Thirty Years' War, fueled by Martin Luther's Protestant Reformation, resulted in over 8 million deaths across Europe from 1618 to 1648 due to religious conflict.
Islamist terrorists launched a coordinated assault on Mumbai in 2008, prompting India's elite National Security Guard to execute Operation Black Tornado.
Over 60 dogs were buried in an ancient cemetery in Hierakonpolis, suggesting their role in hunting and capturing wild animals in Egypt.
Two sets of remains, one belonging to a human and the other to a Paranthropus, were found at Kromdraai, dating back 2.5 million years.
Cluny Abbey, founded in the 10th century, was a monumental center of Romanesque architecture and Cluniac monastic reform, significantly influencing medieval Europe before its destruction during the French Revolution.
