Civilisations – Egypt
The dramatic conclusion of Civilisations – Egypt begins not with a whimper, but with the desperate flight of a teenager through the streets of Alexandria in 30 BC.
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Video documentaries about history of the world
Civilisations – Rome
Imagine a city built of marble, gold, and absolute confidence. For centuries, it stood as the unshakeable center of the known world. Its legions were undefeated, and its walls seemed impenetrable. However, history teaches us that even the mightiest foundations eventually crack.
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Inside Museums episode 3
Inside Museums episode 3 invites viewers to embark on a journey that transcends physical borders, exploring the world through the lens of the Ulster Museum in Belfast.
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Inside Museums episode 2
Artist and presenter Lachlan Goudie explores the Scottish National Gallery during a time of profound global anxiety. The coronavirus pandemic forced society behind closed doors, separating individuals from their loved ones and communities.
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Inside Museums episode 1
The exploration in Inside Museums episode 1 reveals a unique place in Wales: St Fagans National Museum of History in Cardiff. It is a location described as being like no other.
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The Making of King Arthur
When you picture King Arthur, what comes to mind? You probably see a noble king. Perhaps you envision a shining Round Table at Camelot. He might be pulling a magical sword from a stone.
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The Gunpowder Plot
Remember, remember, the fifth of November. We all know the children’s rhyme. Most of us probably picture a man with a pointy hat and a sinister mustache. His name is Guy Fawkes. He’s caught red-handed in a cellar, surrounded by barrels of gunpowder.
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How the Celts Saved Britain episode 2
What do you picture when you hear the “Dark Ages”? Perhaps you see a void. A time of chaos after Rome fell. We often imagine Britain shrouded in fog. Its libraries burned. Its culture vanished. This is the common story. But what if that story is wrong? What if the light of civilization wasn’t extinguished? What if it just moved?
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Once Upon a Time in Space episode 1
The documentary Once Upon a Time in Space episode 1 chronicles a pivotal era in the American space program. It explores the transition from the Apollo moon landings to the development of the Space Shuttle. This new phase was not just about exploration. It was about creating a reusable, economical space vehicle.
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How the Celts Saved Britain episode 1
The documentary How the Celts Saved Britain episode 1 explores a traditional British view of history that often overlooks a critical narrative. This perspective typically regards Ireland as a wild and uncivilised land.
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Moby Dick: The True Story
Herman Melville’s 1851 masterpiece, Moby Dick, stands as a titan of American literature, a symbolic epic of obsession, fate, and the terrifying indifference of nature.
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Blood and Gold – The Making of Spain episode 3
The exploration in Blood and Gold – The Making of Spain episode 3 charts a tumultuous journey. It spans from the pinnacle of global power under Philip II to the bloody divisions of the twentieth century. This period defines the nation’s character. It moves from a unified Catholic empire to a modern, democratic state.
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