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In this first episode, Paul is travelling to the beautiful islands of Eriskay, Barra and Vatersay which are famed for their white sandy beaches and stunning scenery. Part 1 of 6.
Episode 1 delves into the harrowing battles of Shiloh and Antietam. The episode examines the strategic decisions made by Union and Confederate leaders and the intense combat experienced by soldiers. Part 1 of 3.
Episode 2 highlights the strategic decisions of Ulysses S. Grant and Robert E. Lee and the intense combat that defined the crucial battles of Vicksburg and Gettysburg, underscoring their impact on the broader conflict and American history. Part 2 of 3.
Episode 3 showcases the intense fighting and strategic errors in the Battle of Chickamauga leading to significant losses on both sides. It then follows General Grant's Overland Campaign, a series of battles aimed at defeating General Lee's forces. Part 3 of 3.
The search for remains of formerly enslaved Black Union soldiers brutally murdered by angry Southerners as the Civil War was ending. Learn about Camp Nelson, KY, the military base where these soldiers and thousands got their freedom papers.
Series exploring the expansion of railways in the Victorian era. Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn help get the most famous locomotive in the world, the Flying Scotsman, into steam. Part 4 of 6.
Series exploring the expansion of railways in the Victorian era. The team visit the South Devon Railway to explore the life of the branch line before the Beeching cuts of the 60s. Part 5 of 6.
Series exploring the expansion of railways in the Victorian era. The team find out how more leisure time and cheap rail transport meant more freedom for working-class Victorians. Part 6 of 6.
Ancient history knows few rulers like Constantine the Great. Part one follows archaeologists on the stages of his life from Naissus to Rome. Part 1 of 2.
Constantine's claim to power knows no bounds. Part two follows the emperor's archaeological traces to the new Rome, Constantinople. Part 2 of 2.
Historian Jonathan Petropoulos investigates Nazi art dealer Bruno Lohse’s life in post-war America. Dealing in looted art, he became an invisible hand, even as the original owners’ families sought the return of works rightfully theirs. Part 2 of 2.