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In this series, historian Paul Murton sets out to experience life on Scotland’s magnificent islands. He uncovers the past and reveals its connections with the present, pointing to all that makes these islands quirky, surprising and beautiful.
An investigation into one of the biggest mysteries of all time: what happened to the English colonists of Roanoke Island, who seemingly disappeared without a trace? Archaeologists try to weed through the conspiracy theories and find the truth. Part 1 of 2.
An investigation into one of the biggest mysteries of all time: what happened to the English colonists of Roanoke Island, who seemingly disappeared without a trace? Archaeologists try to weed through the conspiracy theories and find the truth. Part 2 of 2.
The mysterious and catastrophic collapse of ancient civilisations during the late Bronze Age, revealing the tumultuous events that brought an end to a thriving era of human history - and warns we may be facing similar threats today. Part 1 of 2.
The mysterious and catastrophic collapse of ancient civilisations during the late Bronze Age, revealing the tumultuous events that brought an end to a thriving era of human history - and warns we may be facing similar threats today. Part 2 of 2.
Lost World of the Hanging Gardens uncovers the most complete picture we have ever had of ancient Nineveh—the capital of one of the greatest civilisations, and the world’s first genuine superpower, the Assyrians.
Captain Kidd – when the legitimate prizes of the Red Sea are not to be found, he quickly turns from pirate hunter to pirate. An unpopular captain, he frantically chases treasure and status until his fateful trial for murder. Part 5 of 8.
Living off plunder and raiding, Calico Jack, Anne Bonny and Mary Read form a troublesome trio who successfully rob ships and live off the spoils of the sea until they are captured by pirate hunters and tried for piracy. Part 6 of 8.
Blackbeard – shrouded in myth and intrigue, the name synonymous with chaos. His stolen flagship The Queen Anne’s Revenge careers through the Caribbean, gaining momentum with a diverse crew of pirates seeking equality, adventure and treasure. Part 7 of 8.
Bartholomew Roberts, aka Black Bart—the most successful pirate of the Golden Age and famous for the 'pirate code'. His piracy almost brings West Indies trade to a standstill until he is hunted down by the English crown. Part 8 of 8.
