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The Roman Invasion of Britain
For several centuries, immediately after the time of Christ, the people of Britain found themselves if not the slaves then certainly the servants of one of the mightiest empires the world has ever seen - the empire of Rome.
In this three-part series every phase in the long history of Roman Britain will be looked at. We will chart the way in which the Roman conquerors interacted with the native inhabitants of the land they called 'Britannia' and find out who gained most from the Roman occupation - us or them?
Medieval Dead
Step into the past with Medieval Dead, a thrilling series that uses dramatic reconstructions and skeleton analysis to bring history to life.
Join the experts as they uncover the secrets of the dead and explore the mysteries of the Middle Ages. From battles to plagues, Medieval Dead is a fascinating journey through one of the most intriguing periods in history.
Patton 360
As the United States enters World War Two, General George S. Patton sees the opportunity to fulfill his destiny. This series illustrates his combat exploits. But at times it seems he faced greater challenges with his superiors and his off the field behavior than the potent German army.
The Color of War
At its core, World War II was a black-and-white struggle between good and evil. But the everyday scenes of carnage, human resistance, and guttural warfare were much more complex. A striking assemblage of color footage and photographs from national archives and private collections, The Color of War delivers striking perspectives on the day-to-day experience from every imaginable angle. From the first draftees thrown into the breach to the sheer boredom between battles to the uniforms worn and the objects carried, this unparalleled collection of voices is further illuminated by letters and diaries, communiques from the battlefield and the sounds and songs of the era.
The Lost Corvettes
In 1983, for the first time since the brand's inception in 1953, Chevrolet did not release a Corvette model for that year. Designs were drawn, parts ordered but no car was ever released. On what would have been a celebratory 30th anniversary - no 'Vette hit the market. In this HISTORY special, die-hard Corvette expert and builder Chris Mazzilli will try to fix this missing piece of muscle car history as he and his team build a one-of-a-kind 1983 Corvette from the ground up. The creation will be presented to a panel of experts, including the Corvette designers who pulled the plug on releasing the '83 originally, to see if it's worthy.
Secrets of Ancient Empires
This unique series traces the development of the ancient peoples, revealing new secrets and exploring myths as it seeks the truth behind the great civilizations.
Featuring brand new location footage from all over the world, stunning reconstructions and re-creations plus rare period imagery, these entertaining and informative programs provide a superb record of the very roots of today's civilization and society.
The Cars That Made the World
Inventions by their nature have an impact on the world, few more so than the development of the internal combustion engine and the car.
Picked Off
Four teams begin with $100 each to spend on one item -- and the clock is ticking. Teams dig through barns and meet interesting characters all in pursuit of the perfect pick. It takes more than knowledge and a good eye to win this competition.
Cowboys & Outlaws
They were the quintessential American heroes: the embodiment of rugged individualism and independence. For 30 years, cowboys ruled the frontier, settling the American West and carving their way into American mythology forever.
The Golden Era of the American Cowboy was a powder keg of history-a period of conquest, war and money. In these brief but tumultuous years following the Civil War, men and women endured astonishing hardship and danger, from battles with Indians and outlaws, to nature's own brutalities. Yet for a few extraordinary individuals, it was a time of incredible opportunity. Cowboys drove millions of steers from Texas along cattle trails to northern railroad heads. Their daring but solitary journeys established cowboys as heroes whose strength and character made them the ultimate icons of their time. But the hazardous frontier, where the law often amounted to little mor than a man with a badge and a posse, also bred some of America's most infamous outlaws, whose reputations still inspire awe.
The Hitler Chronicles
The Hitler Chronicles (Who Was Hitler) tells Hitler's life story in a fifty-year period that provides the basis for understanding the person - if this is at all possible. Using no narrator or talking heads, and sparse additional information, writer and director Hermann Pölking retraces the life of Hitler - from his birth in 1889 in upper Austria to his suicide in Berlin 1945 - entirely from statements made by companions, enemies, victims and observers.
Pölking catalogued 120 archives in 14 countries and reviewed 850 hours of footage in an effort to create a unique, up-close portrayal of the evolution of the 20th century's most infamous historical figure. The hundreds of quotes recorded by 125 speakers on Hitler's actions, rise to power and criminal acts were based on his personal background and the social circumstances. The film makes no attempt at a speculative psychological interpretation of Adolf Hitler.
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