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The Irish Revolution episode 3 – The Spirit of Freedom

History / 2 minutes of reading / July 17, 2019 / By HDclump

The Irish Revolution episode 3 : A look at how the British government sought a political solution in 1921 when much of the countryside became ungovernable as rebels escalated armed attacks. Marking the centenary of the Irish War of Independence, a major documentary project narrated by Cillian Murphy. Revealing the extraordinary story of how against all odds and armed with little more than idealism, blind faith and courage, a small group of rebels forced Britain, the world’s most powerful nation, to withdraw after centuries of conquest and misrule, this is a landmark production for audiences throughout the world. […]

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Northern Wilderness episode 6 – Journey’s End

Nature / 1 minute of reading / July 17, 2019 / By HDclump

Northern Wilderness episode 6 – Journey’s End: Ray Mears goes on an epic adventure into Canada’s unforgiving yet inspiring wilderness. Until David Thompson found a route through the Rockies, the west coast was effectively cut off from the rest of Canada. Combined with the unique terrain of the Pacific coast, the result was a different land. Northern Wilderness episode 6 – Journey’s End The unique cultures, skills and landscape of Canada’s far west make it a rich and diverse place – a land of cedar boxes, steam-bent fish hooks and dugout canoes, and a place where

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The Irish Revolution episode 2 – That the Nation May Live

History / 5 minutes of reading / July 16, 2019 / By HDclump

The Irish Revolution episode 2 – For the Nation to Flourish: Commemorating the 100-year milestone of the Irish War of Independence, we proudly present a monumental documentary endeavor, eloquently narrated by the renowned Cillian Murphy. This remarkable narrative unfolds the incredible saga of the Irish War of Independence, a tale brimming with idealism, steadfast faith, and unparalleled bravery. Against seemingly insurmountable odds, a dedicated assembly of rebels dared to challenge the might of Britain, then the globe’s most dominant empire. Armed with little more than their unwavering resolve and dauntless courage, their extraordinary efforts eventually compelled the British to recede

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Northern Wilderness episode 5 – Koo Koo Sint – The Star Gazer

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / July 16, 2019 / By HDclump

Northern Wilderness episode 5 – Koo Koo Sint – The Star Gazer: David Thompson was a Briton who helped change the face of Canada. He mapped nearly four million square miles of North America. This would be an impressive feat today – in the 1800s it was, quite simply, staggering. Thompson effectively paved the way for trade from coast to coast in Canada, strengthening the status of the country and defining the borders that kept Canada independent from the US. Ray explores Thompson’s footsteps across the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast. He draws on a new set

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Gardens Near and Far episode 19 – Het Loo

Gardens Near and Far / 2 minutes of reading / July 15, 2019 / By HDclump

In the 17th century, William III of Orange and his wife Mary II acquired the estate of Het Loo, creating over 650 hectares of woodland and parkland, in an outstanding garden inspired by the French baroque gardens of the time. The flowerbeds are not merely decorative elements designed to attract the eye. They are also intended to be a display power and glory. In the 19th century, the royal garden was transformed into a romantic style park. In 1970, the Dutch State decided to restore the garden’s original appearance. The garden, which is the pride of the Dutch

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Nadiya’s Time to Eat episode 1 – Recipes in a Rush

Nadiya Hussain / 2 minutes of reading / July 15, 2019 / By HDclump

Nadiya’s Time to Eat episode 1 – Recipes in a Rush: Nadiya Hussain kicks off the series with her top time-saving recipes for when you are in a rush. A nifty trick for turning pancakes into a mouth-watering raspberry and peanut butter traybake brings a little ray of sunshine to even the busiest of days. A cracking omelette wrap bursting with sun-dried tomato paste, olives and mushrooms is so speedy you will have lunch sorted in under ten minutes. And a cheat’s guide to a zesty haddock, with the fastest roast potatoes ever, takes the stress out of

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The Irish Revolution episode 1 – We Lived in Dreams

History / 2 minutes of reading / July 15, 2019 / By HDclump

The Irish Revolution episode 1 – We Lived in Dreams: Marking the centenary of the Irish War of Independence, a major documentary project narrated by Cillian Murphy. Revealing the extraordinary story of how against all odds and armed with little more than idealism, blind faith and courage, a small group of rebels forced Britain, the world’s most powerful nation, to withdraw after centuries of conquest and misrule, this is a landmark production for audiences throughout the world. Featuring rarely seen archive footage, rare, first hand witness accounts, 3-D CGI mapping, dramatic visuals and contributions by the finest writers

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Northern Wilderness episode 4 – In Arctic Footsteps

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / July 14, 2019 / By HDclump

Northern Wilderness episode 4: in this episode of the series, Ray follows in the footsteps of an unsung British hero who helped put modern Canada on the map. In a stunning celebration of one of earth’s last great wildernesses, Ray Mears goes on an epic adventure into Canada’s unforgiving yet inspiring landscape. John Rae from Scotland was the first great Arctic explorer and came to be regarded as the foremost authority on First Nation methods of Arctic survival and travel. Ray Mears follows the story of how John Rae found the Northwest Passage – the Holy Grail of

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Gardens Near and Far episode 18 – MUSKAU

Gardens Near and Far / 3 minutes of reading / July 14, 2019 / By HDclump

Gardens Near and Far episode 18 – MUSKAU: in 1811, Prince Hermann von Pückler, one of the leading 19th century landscape gardeners, decided to dedicate his life to creating the ideal estate, in which he experimented with new forms of landscape. Although he was very influenced by English gardens, Hermann Von Pückler moved away from them when designing his park, which he included in his treatise on gardens so that everybody could take inspiration from it and copy it. Since the end of World War 2, the estate has been located on the border between Germany and Poland.

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Gardening Australia episode 24 2019

Gardening Australia 2019 / 2 minutes of reading / July 12, 2019 / By HDclump

Gardening Australia episode 24 2019: Clarence shares some traditional land management techniques, Millie Ross visits the work of a Taungurung artist, Tino Carnevale plants native edibles at The Patch and Costa Georgiadis meets a D’harawal Elder. Gardening Australia has always provided practical, trustworthy and credible gardening advice to inspire and entertain. Join Costa Georgiadis and the team as they traverse the country unearthing the best gardens. Gardening Australia episode 24 2019 Aunty Fran Costa is at Mt Annan Botanic Gardens to meet with Aunty Fran, a D’harawal educator, botanist and environmental scientists. Costa visited the Australian

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Adolf Island – investigation of Nazi crime scenes

History / 2 minutes of reading / July 11, 2019 / By HDclump

Adolf Island: Caroline Sturdy Colls, a world leader in the forensic investigation of Nazi crime scenes, is chasing clues to an unsolved case: a concentration camp that existed on the British island of Alderney. Witnesses and survivors claimed that thousands died there, but only 389 bodies have ever been found. Under heavy restrictions imposed by the local government, which may not want its buried secrets revealed, Colls must uncover the truth using revolutionary techniques and technologies. Adolf Island – investigation of Nazi crime scenes In June 1940, the entire population of Alderney, about 1,500 residents, were

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Northern Wilderness episode 3 – The Unknown Pioneer

Nature / 2 minutes of reading / July 11, 2019 / By HDclump

Northern Wilderness episode 3 – The Unknown Pioneer: Ray Mears goes on an epic adventure into Canada’s unforgiving yet stunning wilderness. For Ray Mears there is one British pioneer who stands above all others in the exploration of Canada. That man is Samuel Hearne. In learning to travel using First Nations skills, he set the template for successful travel into Canada’s wilderness. Hearne’s story is defined by hardship and adventure, an inspiring tale made more powerful by the journal he left as a legacy. In a celebration of one of Earth’s last great wildernesses, Ray follows in the

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