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Paul Murton journeys from Shetland through the musical Orkney Islands. Part 5 of 6.
The Siege of York occurred from 866 when the Great Heathen Army laid claim to the Northumbrian capital of York. We look at the major battles, players and strongholds in 9th Century England. Part 2 of 6.
In this episode, Sir Tony Robinson reveals the story of Canterbury Cathedral, Britain's oldest cathedral. Part 2 of 6.
For the Allies, the war looked lost. But a series of brutal battles changed their fortunes. Part 3 of 3.
As relentless firebombing and blockade of war-ravaged Japan shows no sign of securing a surrender, the US reluctantly prepares to invade. First, they need Okinawa, an island close to the mainland, as a base to stage their attack. The Marines fear the worst - but their amphibious invasion is met with almost total silence. Lulled into a false sense of security, it’s just the calm before the storm. Part 9 of 10.
1960, The Cold War - The nuclear accidents keep happening, in Thule (Greenland) and Palomares (Spain), they have both left indelible marks on the areas they affected, despite great efforts to keep them secret. Part 2 of 2.
