Schedule

Teleshopping

Grand Tours of the Scottish Isles:

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.

1945-1953: from World War to Cold War: Yalta, the Twilight of the Big Three

United in war, the Allies were to reveal themselves divided and rivals in peace. Over 8 days in February 1945, the Big Three were to take part in a merciless struggle, given their respective interests and ideologies which set them diametrically apart. Part 1 of 2.

Treasures Decoded: Egypt's Apocalypse Volcano

A massive volcanic eruption in 44 B.C. may have hastened the end of the ancient Egyptian empire. Part 5 of 6.

The 100 Days That Defined Modern History: World War II Blitzkrieg - 1940

In May 1940 Churchill became Prime Minister and Germany launched its offensive. By June 4th British troops had been evacuated from Dunkirk, on the 18th Churchill delivered the 'Finest Hour' speech, by mid-July the Battle of Britain had begun. Part 1 of 6.

The Dictator's Playbook: Saddam Hussein

Learn how Saddam Hussein ruled Iraq with an iron fist for almost 30 years. To maintain power, he used fear, intimidation and violence like few other dictators in history, but he made the fatal mistake of believing his regime could take on the world. Part 2 of 6.