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In the summer of 375, the Goths faced a new threat as the Huns began to invade their territory along the northern shore of the Black Sea.
Frank Costello was born Francesco Castiglia on January 26, 1891, in Lauropoli, a small town in Calabria, Italy, before emigrating to New York City.
Based on secret documents from European archives, the Catholic Church's 500-year effort to maintain its dominance as the sole Christian religion is examined.
Sissinghurst Castle, once a ruin, was transformed by Vita Sackville-West and her husband into a romantic home, reflecting her remarkable life and passions.
Five hundred turkeys are prepared for Christmas dinner, revealing the messy and labor-intensive process behind holiday feasts.
Central Asia, a region rich in ancient history, reveals fascinating aspects that remain largely unknown to the Western world.
On May 8, 1945, the war in Europe ended, but Japan remained determined to fight, viewing surrender as worse than death.
Medieval warfare is examined through tactics, weaponry, and the roles of knights, providing insights into battle planning and survival strategies.
A railgun can fire projectiles at nearly four times the speed of sound, reaching targets 185 kilometers away.
Ajax's historic victory in the 1995 Champions League, led by coach Louis van Gaal, is recounted through reflections from players and staff.
Nearly 1,200 American servicemen died on the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941.
The Blue Water Lily, revered in Ancient Egypt, is explored for its potential psychoactive properties through monitored experiments with legal plant-based substances.
Medieval historian Dr Hugh Doherty analyzes the accuracy of Game of Thrones and A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms in portraying historical knights, warfare, and society.
Highwaymen, often romanticized in literature, were stylish robbers whose criminal activities posed significant threats to both society and the British state.
Seven .22 caliber bullets are recovered from the body of Kathleen Philcox, who was found dead in her home in Gormley, Ontario, in 1970.
Lesley Judd's inaugural transatlantic flight on Concorde from London to Washington showcases the marvel of supersonic travel in a live Blue Peter special.
Remora fishing, a centuries-old technique practiced by the Bajun people of Kiwayu island, highlights their unique relationship with the sea during Ramadan.
Married Nazi hunters Serge and Beate Klarsfeld pursued Gestapo chief Kurt Lischka through attempted kidnappings and explosive chocolates to achieve justice.
In Utah's Uinta Basin, a team conducts rocket launches to gather data on the unexplained anomaly believed to be centered above the infamous Triangle.
Felix Opatowski, a Polish Jew, survived five years in concentration camps, including Auschwitz, and later participated in a secret uprising against the Nazis.
Winston Churchill's political wilderness years highlight his early opposition to the Third Reich and his advocacy for Jewish people during a critical period in history.
In Fife, archaeologists race against time to investigate a Bronze Age cemetery threatened by a housing development, revealing empty graves and missing grave goods.
The Battle of Kursk marked the last major German offensive on the Eastern Front during WWII, highlighting the Soviet Union's resilience and the effectiveness of the T-34 tank.
The episode questions if Atlantis is a myth or based in fact through new discoveries.
Edward Bernays, a pioneer of modern propaganda, claimed that public relations was a war on people, manipulating emotions rather than presenting facts.
The Persian army sails to confront the insolent Athenians at the Battle of Marathon.
Bobby Joe Long, a serial killer, murdered at least 10 women in 1984 and was executed in 2019.
In Italy, the ghost town of Appice, the Bollate Prison, and the Dr. Seuss House in Alaska are explored alongside the edible bird's nest harvesting in Malaysia.
Hadrian's Wall serves as the backdrop for an excavation of a previously untouched Roman cemetery, revealing insights into the decline of a once-thriving settlement in Roman Britain.
In August 1942, Hitler's attempt to capture Stalingrad involved forces from Italy, Hungary, Romania, and Croatia, marking a pivotal moment in World War II.
Almost 99% of the human body is made up of air, water, coal, and chalk, raising questions about how such simple elements form complex life.
Draining the North Sea reveals evidence that helps determine the outcome of the Battle of Jutland between Germany and Britain during World War I.
Over one million civilians died during the 872-day siege of Leningrad, primarily from starvation and exposure to freezing temperatures.
The first major battle of the Civil War occurs on July 21, 1861, in Manassas, Virginia.
In Salisbury Cathedral, a team investigates leg-bones found beneath a chapel, exploring their possible connection to Bishop Beauchamp and the cathedral's history.
A mass grave containing the remains of 796 infants has been discovered at a former mother and baby home in Tuam, County Galway.
Rural Australia’s Outback, once teeming with dinosaurs, is brought to life through compelling reconstructions and scientific evidence of these ancient creatures.
Takeda Shingen's body double must navigate the complexities of identity and power after the samurai leader's unexpected death in this acclaimed film.
In 1945, the Allies implemented a denazification strategy in Germany to dismantle the Nazi regime, re-educate citizens, and prosecute war criminals during the Cold War.
The Obama administration's policies and decisions following the U.S. withdrawal from Iraq contributed to the rise of ISIS and its territorial expansion in 2014.
Doomsday planning for the U.S. government includes protocols for evacuating leaders and protecting historic artifacts from destruction.
Palestinians in the West Bank are using video cameras to document daily harassment by Israeli settlers, challenging perceptions and raising questions about peace.
In October 1943, Allied leaders met in Tehran to discuss military strategies as the war intensified on multiple fronts.
The Canadian Armored Corps played a crucial role in the Italian Campaign during World War II, facing significant challenges against German forces.
Ancient Rome's monumental achievements, explored by historian Mary Beard, continue to influence modern society in various ways.
British sniper rifles have evolved significantly over the last century, showcasing advancements in design, caliber, and precision from World War II to modern combat.
In the Oxfordshire village of Islip, the excavation team, alongside historians Sam Newton and Jonathan Foyle, investigates the birthplace of Edward the Confessor.
Archaeological investigations at Thetford Grammar School in Norfolk reveal the remains of a 12th-century Norman cathedral beneath a Dominican friary.
