#  @besthistorydocumentarieshh Best History Documentaries Best History Documentaries posts on YouTube about history, britain, london, empire the most. They currently have [------] followers and [---] posts still getting attention that total [------] engagements in the last [--] hours. ### Engagements: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCDQ3dBlROEdEXGVAIOVDm7Q/interactions)  ### Mentions: [--] [#](/creator/youtube::UCDQ3dBlROEdEXGVAIOVDm7Q/posts_active)  ### Followers: [------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCDQ3dBlROEdEXGVAIOVDm7Q/followers)  ### CreatorRank: [-------] [#](/creator/youtube::UCDQ3dBlROEdEXGVAIOVDm7Q/influencer_rank)  ### Social Influence **Social category influence** [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations) [countries](/list/countries) [finance](/list/finance) [social networks](/list/social-networks) [technology brands](/list/technology-brands) [celebrities](/list/celebrities) [musicians](/list/musicians) **Social topic influence** [history](/topic/history) #3241, [britain](/topic/britain) #899, [london](/topic/london) #1759, [empire](/topic/empire) #1584, [the british](/topic/the-british) #312, [rome](/topic/rome) #832, [secret](/topic/secret), [the world](/topic/the-world), [dark](/topic/dark), [the most](/topic/the-most) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "Eleanor Janega's Exploring the Medieval Afterlife Best History Documentaries Dr. Eleanor Janega visits the ruins of Byland Abbey to explore some of the most terrifying stories to survive the medieval period. The [--] ghostly tales written by a monk on the blank back pages of a religious manuscript share traits with our own modern ghost stories but we learn that medieval perceptions of ghosts may be very different to our own. In the Canterbury Cathedral Eleanor investigates how the church uses ghost stories for political gain and reinforces religious values especially with stories of purgatory." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9mC43j5cgoA) 2025-04-11T17:00Z 79.3K followers, 203.8K engagements "The Biggest Transformation In British Home History: The 1950s Kitchens The 1950s kitchen was ground zero for a revolution Discover how brilliant inventions like the twin tub washing machine the Kenwood Chef Formica surfaces and Teflon non-stick pans transformed British homes. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor Janega Tristan Hughes Mary Beard Matt Lewis" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ByCKDZN1Gy0) 2025-11-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 134.6K engagements "Surviving Sobibor: How I Escaped The Massacre Of [----] Children Best History Documentaries George Mueller and Steen Metz tell their holocaust survival stories from when they were put in concentration camps as just young children. George and his sister Ursula were two of the five children who survived the massacre of over a thousand children in Sobibor. From Stories of Survival Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #StoriesOfSurvival history hit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DFmV9FH0qdY) 2025-05-16T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 482.6K engagements "Cold Case: How The Ninth Legion Vanished The Ninth: Mystery of the Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] In the early 2nd century AD an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiersthe Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana)vanished from the historical record without a trace. This documentary explores their journey from Julius Caesars elite fighting force to their eventual disappearance in the wilds of Roman Britain. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ShGqkWdAf30) 2026-01-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 165.8K engagements "The North Norfolk Coast: A History Of England In [--] Walks Uncover the surprising history of North Norfolk England's quietest coast. This documentary explores how the region despite the arrival of the Royal Family (Edward VII) and new railway lines managed to avoid the mass development that transformed other seaside resorts like Brighton during the Victorian era. Discover the powerful landowners and conservationists who fought to keep this area unspoiled. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SucwMOymLu8) 2025-11-22T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 23.2K engagements "Dan Snow's In Search of the Great Viking Army Best History Documentaries Join historian Dan Snow as he embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover the true story of the Great Viking Army that arrived in England in [---] ADnot just to raid but to conquer. This gripping documentary combines expert analysis cutting-edge archaeology and breathtaking locations to bring the Viking Age to life. Watch now and step into the world of the legendary Great Heathen Army This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=y03r7ls8BwM) 2025-03-23T22:00Z 79.3K followers, 387K engagements "King John: Walking Through The History Behind England's Most Controversial Monarch From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a 70-mile journey through the ancient landscapes of Sherwood Forest and the Peak District as we track the rise and fall of Englands most controversial monarch: King John. Often portrayed as the cartoon villain of the Robin Hood legends the real John was a complex energetic and ruthless administrator who turned his kingdom into a business to fund his obsession with reclaiming Normandy. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5yTCkwoh40k) 2026-01-10T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 54.9K engagements "American Revolution: The Boston Tea Party & Colonial Protest In [----] a group of colonists in Boston took dramatic action against British rule destroying an enormous cargo of tea. This documentary traces the roots of the Boston Tea Party across three continents from the financial collapse of the East India Company in London and a famine in Bengal to the political crisis in Massachusetts over taxation without representation. Discover the high-stakes confrontation between Governor Thomas Hutchinson and the Sons of Liberty that culminated in this act of defiance which ultimately ignited the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JQhZ4bJScZI) 2025-12-05T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.9K engagements "Tour Of The Jane Austen House With Lucy Worsley Lucy Worsley explores the final residence of Jane Austen the house where she passed away from an unknown illness. Alongside Dan Snow learn about Jane Austen's life her marriage proposals her small writing desk and her enduring legacy. 0:12 - The Importance of Jane Austen's House 5:08 - The Secret Room Where Austen Wrote Her Novels 10:12 - Inside Jane Austen's Bedroom & Her Mysterious Death 17:39 - The Wild Youth of Jane Austen: Parties & Hangovers 21:20 - How Jane Austen Became A Feminist Trailblazer 24:01 - What Was Jane Austen Really Like From" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=X_PzBxJfTsI) 2025-07-25T20:00Z 79.3K followers, 307.6K engagements "Leeds & Liverpool Canal: Walking The 127-Mile Backbone Of Industrial Britain Follow a historical walk along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Britain's longest canal detailing its construction in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Built to connect the port of Liverpool with inland industrial centers it became a vital artery for the region's economy driving the success of industries like shipping textiles and food manufacturing. Crucially the canal provided Liverpool with access to Wigan's coalfields transforming both the city's growth and Lancashire's landscape into an industrial powerhouse a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xer-76MBaQQ) 2025-11-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 45.3K engagements "Dan Jones Explains How The Knights Templar Managed Their Global Empire Bestselling historian Dan Jones joins us to discuss the true story of the Knights Templar. Discover the Templars' origins as a small 'roadside rescue service' protecting pilgrims in the dangerous Holy Land. We explore the paradox of the warrior-monks their rise to become a tax-exempt international financial powerhouse and the political showdown with King Philip IV of France that led to their brutal and sudden downfall. Did they have a secret treasure What about the Holy Grail Dan separates the historical fact from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ynyc2HCXO7w) 2025-12-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 77.7K engagements "Macbeth Of Scotland: The Real King Before Shakespeare's Play From The Real Macbeth Series [--] Episode [--] The Shakespearean villain Macbeth is famous for ambition and murder. But the historical King Macbeth of Scotland was a far different man. This documentary digs into the archaeological and written evidence to separate the fact from the fiction revealing how Macbeth was actually a popular successful king who reigned for [--] years. Discover the Celtic inheritance laws that justified his taking of the throne from King Duncan the true story behind the battle with the Norsemen and why Shakespeare" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZucZDSkeZW4) 2025-12-06T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 52.7K engagements "Walking St. Cuthbert's Way: The Dark Ages Kingdom Of Northumbria Journey with us as we walk the historic St. Cuthbert's Way through the stunning Scottish Borders and Northumbria tracing the footsteps of the famous Anglo-Saxon monk St. Cuthbert. In the turbulent war-torn Dark Ages the powerful kingdom of Northumbria was fiercely pagan. But a radical group of Irish monks led by the charismatic Cuthbert succeeded in changing the region's soul forever. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jm-BIXN88C0) 2025-11-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.1K engagements "Forgotten Forts: A 54-Mile Journey Through The Lake District Join a 54-mile epic journey across Britain's highest fells to uncover the forgotten history of Roman Britannia's northernmost outpost. The Lake District now a walker's paradise was once the toughest military challenge for Rome taking three decades to conquer. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vK2hT7iVTec) 2025-10-25T21:00Z 79.5K followers, 35.8K engagements "Mary Beard Explores The Insane Diversity Of The Roman Empire The Roman Empire's strength lay in its ability to assimilate diverse groups not in enforcing cultural uniformity. Mary Beard explores how people from across the empire including a mixed-race woman in York and a man of Syrian origin in Britain became Roman citizens. She highlights the empire's innovative approach to citizenship which was extended as a gift to local elites and soldiers regardless of their origin allowing individuals like Quintus Lollius Urbicus from a small Algerian town to rise to the highest echelons of power. From" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=yRs7eP0fX60) 2025-09-26T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 96.3K engagements "The Most Detailed Look At A Roman Fort's End: Vindolanda's Dig From Vindolanda Unearthed Series [--] Episode [--] Join the archaeologists at Vindolanda near Hadrian's Wall for an exciting look back at their [----] excavation season revealing centuries of layered history from the late Roman era into the early medieval period. Discover the remains of an officers' clubhouse which yielded stunning artifacts like a griffin-foot ornament and a tile bearing a delightful dog paw print alongside the outlines of post-Roman churches and a 4th-century cavalry barrack with its military gear. The team's deeper" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-FQ_7YnV_0c) 2025-10-10T21:00Z 51.4K followers, 12.4K engagements "Dan Snow Explores Norman Abbeys Of The North Best History Documentaries Dan Snow's walk leads him north to areas that were devastated by the Normans following the Invasion. Yorkshire was completely transformed coming under the control of lords monks and kings. The conquered landscape became the site for abbeys and monasteries which in turn transformed the communities politics and religion. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-lQOWOC2dI4) 2025-05-02T17:00Z 49K followers, 85.5K engagements "D-Day: The Soldier's Story Episode [--] Best History Documentaries Join historian Giles Milton in the gripping second episode of "D-Day: The Soldier's Story" as he delves deeper into the brutal realities of June [--] [----]. This episode puts you on the ground revealing the perspective of the soldiers who participated in the biggest seaborne invasion in history. We hear the astonishing often harrowing accounts of individual soldiers who faced unimaginable odds. From the bloody shores of Omaha to the fierce inland fighting witness the moments where bravery was tested to its absolute limit. From D-Day:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=00fSpMdNsrw) 2025-06-06T21:00Z 13.3K followers, [----] engagements "Boudica: Death to Rome Best History Documentaries In [--] AD one of the largest revolts in British history erupted led by the fierce and legendary warrior queen Boudica. As the Roman Empire expanded its reach across Britain tensions escalated culminating in a brutal uprising against Roman rule. Boudica the queen of the Iceni took up arms after the Romans violated her people seizing their lands brutalizing her daughters and defying her late husband's will. Enraged and determined she united various British tribes leading a massive insurrection that left key Roman settlements including Colchester" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0fPzsxGv3Gk) 2025-03-23T22:00Z 36.4K followers, 14.3K engagements "Edwardian Life's Horrors and Luxuries Explore Edwardian Britain's history from the Titanic's luxurious cabins to its scorching boiler rooms. This documentary uncovers the real stories of the working class including Arthur Priest the "unsinkable" ship's fireman who survived multiple disasters and Nelly Barber a lady's maid who also escaped the Titanic's sinking. We reveal the stark class divisions that defined one of Britain's most fascinating eras. The film also tells the powerful story of Walter Tull Britain's first black professional outfield footballer and his brother Edward who both" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0l0f3gDTf3s) 2025-08-31T21:00Z 41.8K followers, 24.8K engagements "Tutankhamun: A Century of Discovery Best History Documentaries Dan Snow travels to Egypt to get a closer look at Tutankhamun's crypt an incredible archaeological discovery like no other. This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #Tutankhamun" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3HfBbRq6PpI) 2025-03-23T22:00Z [--] followers, [---] engagements "Digging Up The Remains Of The Last British Romans With Dan Snow Best History Documentaries Dan Snow visits the extraordinary discovery unearthed by archaeologists working alongside the HS2 rail project. The find made at an undisclosed location near Wendover in the Chilterns consists of a 5th-6th century burial site that has been described as one of the most important post-Roman early medieval discoveries of our lifetime. Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6HaCXNNQOS8) 2025-04-04T17:00Z 11.4K followers, 80.1K engagements "Where Did The 53-Meter Cheeky Chalk Man Come From Join Dr Alice Roberts in Digging for Britain revealing a lost Roman town the Cerne Abbas Giant's true age and a WWII crash site. Watch this full episode where archaeologists explore incredible sites across the West of the UK. A huge previously unknown Roman settlement linked to the lead mining industry is unearthed in the Mendip Hills with finds including stunning brooches and coins from the reigns of Domitian and Constantine. In Dorset scientific dating finally solves the mystery of when the Cerne Abbas Giant was created revealing its" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6Z7OmAYNxWo) 2025-08-10T21:00Z 36.4K followers, 78.7K engagements "Why Was The Greek Civil War A Turning Point In History In the years following World War II the Soviet Union sought to expand its influence across Europe backing communist groups in several countries. In Greece this led to a brutal civil war as a communist-led rebellion supported by neighboring Soviet satellite states attempted to overthrow the Greek government. From The Greek Civil War You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8WBC-mUI5iM) 2025-10-04T21:00Z 49.6K followers, [---] engagements "Edwardian England's Female Baldness Problem & Dangerous Beauty Tools Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb examines the introduction of electricity to Edwardian society in England highlighting the hidden dangers posed by hairbrushes electromagnetic shocks and faulty electrical grids. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #HiddenKillers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C6emUc2GdG0) 2025-05-11T21:00Z 13.3K followers, 64.5K engagements "Ernest Shackleton's Extraordinary Life With Dan Snow & Ranulph Fiennes In this fascinating interview Dan Snow chats to the world's greatest living explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes about Ernest Shackleton and his heroic expeditions during the Golden Age of Antarctic Exploration. Ranulph Fiennes reflects on Ernest Shackletons extraordinary resilience leadership and ability to keep his men motivated through extreme polar hardships despite repeatedly failing to meet his original goals. Fiennes compares his own polar expeditions - facing similar dangers without modern technology - and highlights the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DVEXplYj7Fw) 2025-07-27T20:00Z 23.1K followers, [---] engagements "The Story of Themistocles: The Most Ambitious Political Rise in Athenian Democracy From Themistocles VI Century BC Series [--] Episode [--] Dive into the incredible rise of Themistocles an ancient Greek politician and military governor who defied aristocratic norms to become a champion of Athens' lesser classes and an early advocate for its democracy. Discover how his fiercely debated left-leaning vision to massively expand the Athenian navy led to a bitter political rivalry with the conservative Aristidesa rivalry fueled not just by military strategy but also a personal grievance over a young" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Dvm6FOXs220) 2025-10-11T21:00Z 51K followers, [---] engagements "Dan Snow Explores William The Conqueror Arrival In Pevensey Castle Best History Documentaries Dan Snow explores the Welsh shoreline near Pevensey Castle where the Duke of Normandy landed. He then travels to Hastings the site of the Battle of Hastings a pivotal moment in British history depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #DanSnowsNormanWalks" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FEoDLWXVth0) 2025-04-18T17:00Z [----] followers, 35K engagements "Tony Robinson Does The Worst Jobs Of The Middle Ages Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson revisits the first millennium a time of successive waves of immigrants to Britain each bringing with them employment opportunities. Tony explores medieval medicine by wearing a worm necklace to heal a sore throat. He performs important jobs like fulling wool barefoot in urine collecting blood-sucking leeches and slowly building cathedrals. This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IWqMzvPeZw8) 2025-03-30T17:00Z [---] followers, [---] engagements "The Last Traces: Digging Up The Band of Brothers' Secret Camp From Uncovering The Band of Brothers Series [--] Episode [--] During WWII millions of American soldiers staged in the UK with the quiet country lanes of Wiltshire becoming a temporary home and training groundan event sometimes called the "friendly invasion." This video follows a group of archaeologists and military veterans from Operation Nightingale who are excavating a football pitch in the idyllic village of Aldbourne which was once a temporary "shanty town" base for the legendary 101st Airborne Division Easy Company: the "Band of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IycQy7N0TYA) 2025-10-12T21:00Z 51.4K followers, [---] engagements "Suzannah Lipscomb's Hidden Killers: Poison Baths And Exploding Pipes Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb examines the unexpected dangers that lurked in Victorian London. The demand for exquisite items was high and the price paid was not only monetary; at times it even cost lives. Watch the full episode to discover the hidden killers like bathtubs celluloid stairs and rat poison. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JedjEcSB498) 2025-05-04T21:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Tudor England's Eroding Dangers: Syphilis Sugar And Mercury Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb investigates the harsh and unusual deaths of the Tudor period revealing seemingly harmless inventions such as chimneys sugar and washing clothes as deadly traps. The treatment for syphilis utilising mercury exacerbates the condition and leads to mercury poisoning. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #HiddenKillers" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Mq8tECZSvCo) 2025-05-18T21:00Z 10.1K followers, [----] engagements "The Creation Of NATO Explained Under [--] Minutes As the Soviet Union expands its influence in Eastern and Central Europe the threat of an attack on the remaining free nations of the continent looms large. To counter this representatives from Western Europe meet with the U.S. Secretary of State to create the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The pact signed by [--] nations states that an attack on one member is an attack on all uniting their armed forces and providing access to American military technology. This move is seen as a threat by the USSR which in response creates its own" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ok1kxkcIkMo) 2025-09-27T21:00Z 47.2K followers, [---] engagements "Tony Robinson Explores The Ancient Roman Empire In Britain Roman Britain wasn't just about emperors and legions; it was a melting pot of ordinary people with extraordinary lives. This documentary uncovers the forgotten stories of the everyday individuals who built Roman Britain from the ground up. We follow an African soldier named Marcus sent [----] miles to do guard duty on Hadrian's Wall; a Gallic slave girl Fortunata sold for a fortune in Londinium; a celebrity couple of Lucius the gladiator and Veracunda the actress; and a native craftsman Boduanus who navigated the new Roman world on his" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QbC0GndZNo0) 2025-08-24T21:00Z 32K followers, [----] engagements "Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle: Imphal VS Kohima One of the lesser known battles of World War Two was fought around Imphal and the neighbouring village of Kohima in Nagaland north-east India in [----]. The Battles of Imphal and Kohima was a crucial turning point in the attempted Japanese invasion of India during World War Two. By October [----] Singapore Hong Kong Malaysia and Burma had all fallen to the Japanese; the Imperial army looked unbeatable. Yet it was then when morale was at its lowest that the new British commander Bill Slim set about reforming and rebuilding the Anglo-Indian British" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Qezjjovmtyo) 2025-06-29T21:00Z 19.9K followers, 60.8K engagements "Tony Robinson Does The Worst Urban Jobs In History Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson tests out the worst urban jobs of history in London including putting on a 19th-century firefighter helmet and climbing a tall tower with a ladder. Discover the world of link-boys women fighters fur stomping and other dangerous professions. From Tony Robinson's Worst Jobs In History Series [--] Episode [--] This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheWorstJobsInHistory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RSjdeUppYNE) 2025-07-04T21:00Z 18.3K followers, [----] engagements "Blenheim Palace: The Tour Of A Palace Built By War An insightful tour of Blenheim Palace a stunning example of English Baroque architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built for John Churchill the first Duke of Marlborough to celebrate his military victories it has been home to the Churchill family for [---] years. The tour explores its opulent interiors including a library with [-----] volumes and a room adorned with tapestries celebrating the Duke's most famous victory the Battle of Blenheim. The palace also holds a wealth of historical documents in its archives such as a bar bill used as" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_WgiJkhifcY) 2025-09-28T21:00Z 51.4K followers, 99K engagements "Before And After: Abandoned Boat Wrecks Of The River Dart Best History Documentaries In this stunning documentary historian and archaeologist Dr Sam Willis travels along the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth to explore the wreckage of ships of our maritime past. In [----] a survey around the UK identified [---] different assemblages of hulks remains of craft. These included paddle ships ferries steamboats sail ships submarines and fishing boats. From Ghost Ships: Forgotten Wrecks of the River Dart Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dOutNGy_FxI) 2025-05-23T21:00Z 11K followers, [---] engagements "How Farming Became The Real Foundation Of Civilization Since ancient times agriculture has been a cornerstone of human civilization. From the Sumerians in Mesopotamia who cultivated barley and wheat to the Egyptians who terraformed the Nile River farming has not only provided sustenance but also shaped culture literature and technology. The invention of the plow and the development of early writing systems were direct results of agricultural needs. However living so closely with animals and the land also brought challenges such as disease. The Egyptians in particular pioneered innovative" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g-XkH7m0lMc) 2025-09-20T21:00Z 45.3K followers, [---] engagements "The Theft Of Alexander The Great's Tomb Best History Documentaries It remains one of the most successful and significant thefts in history. In late [---] BC a carefully constructed plot was put into operation that would spark years of bloody conflict between rival warlords. The target of the operation was Alexander the Greats elaborate funeral carriage (designed as a miniature mobile temple adorned with gold) and the conquerors talismanic corpse housed within. In this documentary Dr. Chris Naunton and Tristan Hughes discuss the events of this great heist in antiquity. From Alexander the Great:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g-tbGWP7qCE) 2025-05-30T21:00Z 12K followers, [----] engagements "How Ancient Rome Became The Biggest Empire In History Everyone knows about Roman roads and aqueducts but what's the story behind them We follow the trails of goods money and people from the vast olive oil plantations of Spain to the lucrative silver mines that funded the empire. Discover how the Romans created a joined-up world connecting distant lands and people in a way that laid the groundwork for modern globalization. From Rome Empire Without Limit Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jEi8NHTjWno) 2025-09-19T21:00Z 45.3K followers, [----] engagements "Former Anti-Communist Spy Paid Only $1200 After [--] years Tony Robinson's Time Travels Tony Robinson travels through time to uncover bizarre and amazing stories ranging from Australian conspiracies anti-communist spies and an on-boat-lucky-goat. Watch this full episode to learn more about the sordid secret history of Australias segregated soldiers and their internal mutiny. From Tony Robinson's Travel Time Travels Season [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jPTfYlMwpkw) 2025-04-20T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Archaeologists Test Ancient Roman Bones Best History Documentaries Colchester Museums have been working with archaeologists and specialists to decode the hidden stories of [--] of Colchesters earliest inhabitants. Through new scientific research techniques they have reconstructed the identity and lives of these people: where they came from in the empire what illnesses they lived with and how they were cremated at their funerals. Decoding the Roman Dead is an exhibition that explores the results of new scientific analysis and archaeological research into Colchester Museums Roman cremation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=k9oAY9oPoro) 2025-07-13T20:00Z 19.9K followers, 14K engagements "Real Love Story From 1950's Post-War Nurse Discover 1950s Britain's history from the bottom up exploring the real lives of its ordinary people. In this history documentary Tony Robinson uncovers the stories of those who rebuilt the nation after the Second World War. From Mary a young Irish nurse joining the brand-new NHS and John a war hero working as a rag and bone man to Doreen a working-class mother embracing the new age of consumerism. These are the forgotten tales of post-war optimism and struggle. This episode also follows Roy a former POW who finds gruelling work in the Ford Dagenham" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=m4DsDE9r_FU) 2025-09-14T21:00Z 44K followers, [---] engagements "Gold Miner Rebels Murdered By Trooper Police Tony Robinson's Time Travels Tony Robinson travels through time to uncover rebel forces the immortal aboriginee resistance fighter against Australian settlers the first woman to achieve the woman vote Kate Sheppard and the gold miners who fought against the expensive licenses forced upon them. From Tony Robinson's Travel Time Travels Season [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mqMBPyKjK2Y) 2025-04-27T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "The Ultimate Anglo-Saxon Warrior Revealed: Bamburgh's Secrets A story of bloodshed tribal rivalries and a warrior class obsessed with and defined by the battlefield has emerged from the discovery of a burial site at Bamburgh Castle. What can the latest archaeological work tell us about the history of Bamburgh of the people who lived and fought at the castle and the wider religious and political make-up of Anglo-Saxon Britain From Anglo-Saxon Burial at Bamburgh Castle Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=n07MMWueVZQ) 2025-06-20T21:00Z 16.2K followers, 17.6K engagements "How Ordinary Civilians Built Medieval Britain Explore the fascinating lives of ordinary people from medieval Britain delving into the daily routines and remarkable stories of individuals often overlooked by traditional history. From a "gong farmer" who dealt with the city's waste to a rebellious nun who faked her own death you'll discover the unusual careers and surprising challenges of the past. The episode also highlights a jester who used his unique talent to become a celebrity and an ambitious armorer who climbed the social ladder. Finally you'll learn about a female textile worker who" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oKo8gfBYOSQ) 2025-09-21T21:00Z 45.9K followers, [----] engagements "1980's Largest Refugee Crisis: The Soviet-Afghan War The Soviet-Afghan War created the world's largest refugee crisis by [----] a brutal Cold War conflict between the Soviet Red Army and the US-backed Mujahideen. This documentary explores the devastating proxy war that raged across the mountains of Afghanistan driving millions to flee their homes and turning idyllic towns into rubble-strewn battlegrounds. The conflict became a front line in the renewed tensions between East and West setting the stage for decades of instability. Through archival footage and firsthand accounts we witness the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o_57mKqCQrE) 2025-09-13T21:00Z 43.3K followers, [---] engagements "BBC's Tutankhamun: Life Death And Legacy Episode [--] Join us in Episode [--] of "Tutankhamun: Life Death And Legacy" as we delve deeper into the astonishing reign and mysterious demise of the Boy King. What truly happened to Tutankhamun Was it a natural death or did something far more sinister play a role in his early passing In this episode we meticulously examine the latest archaeological findings and historical theories surrounding Tutankhamun's death shedding new light on one of ancient Egypt's most enduring puzzles. We also transport you back to the thrilling moment of the tomb's discovery in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rZ2pPNZy4pY) 2025-06-15T21:01Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements "Was There A Greater Naval Captain Than Captain Cook Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime navigators in history. Born in [----] to a Scottish father and English mother Cook grew up in Yorkshire and soon developed a great fascination with the sea and exploration. In [----] Cook joined the merchant shipping industry when he moved to the nearby port town of Whitby. He remained working on trading ships for a few years and soon progressed through the ranks. Having already proven himself an able sailor Cook joined the Royal Navy in [----]. He fought in the Seven Years War during which he" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uZwI_VAx7no) 2025-07-11T20:00Z 19.2K followers, [---] engagements "Victorian Fossil Hunter's Stolen Fame Born in Lyme Regis in [----] Mary Anning was a pioneering palaeontologist and fossil collector who's story continues to inspire so many scientists to this day. Her work was often misrepresented in museums in the name of men but her detailed drawings and incredible finds live on to this day. In this documentary Dr. Anjana Khatwa Dr Liz Hide David Tucker and Anya Pearson explore Anning's life and legacy. From History Hit's Mary Anning: The Secret Fossil Hunter Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vHg8jobtrlQ) 2025-06-27T21:01Z 16.5K followers, [---] engagements "The Rise And Fall Of An Empire: Rome's Final Chapter For over a millennium the Roman Empire was the center of a vast connected and culturally diverse world. But its collapse remains one of history's great puzzles with theories ranging from economic problems and internal conflict to external invasions and moral decay. This is a journey through the empire's final centuries exploring the factors that led to its transformation. From the construction of Hadrian's Wall a symbol of a new finite empire to the chaotic rule of emperors raised on the frontiers we uncover how power shifted away from" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ynrclsVlbp8) 2025-10-03T21:01Z 51.4K followers, 12.9K engagements "The Ryedale Hoard: Solving Roman Yorkshire's Biggest Riddle From The Ryedale Hoard: Yorkshire's Roman Mystery Series [--] Episode [--] Explore the incredible Ryedale Hoard one of Roman Yorkshire's most significant finds with this exclusive access to the stunning bronze objects now on display at the Yorkshire Museum. Unearthed by metal detectorists the hoard includes a spectacular scepter head bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and a detailed statuette of the god Mars. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=MrU1yXxxApo) 2025-10-17T21:00Z 52.4K followers, 15.1K engagements "Exploring The Biggest Naval Battle Of The Napoleonic Wars During the Napoleonic Wars the Royal Navy Britain's most advanced and efficient naval force relied on an immense industrial infrastructure and a massive workforce of over [------] men. Many of these sailors were volunteers drawn by the promise of adventure but a significant number were forcibly conscripted through the press gang system. The video explores the daily life of a naval recruit from their initial processing at sprawling dockyards like the one in Chatham to the rigorous on-the-job training required to sail a warship. From Life" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NOnojsgZr5s) 2025-10-05T21:00Z 52.9K followers, 12.4K engagements "Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn's Passionate Love Affair The love story of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn changed England forever. This documentary explores their passionate seven-year courtship that led a king to defy the Pope. Historian Dr. Suzannah Lipscomb uncovers the real people behind the myths revealing a young handsome and charismatic Henry VIII tormented by his failure to produce a male heir and a sophisticated pious and ambitious Anne Boleyn freshly returned from the courts of Europe. Following in their footsteps from Annes childhood home at Hever Castle to the corridors of Hampton Court Dr." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TxMlGvP8C1k) 2025-09-05T21:00Z 66.8K followers, 30.1K engagements "D-Day: The Soldier's Story Episode [--] Best History Documentaries Uncover the raw unfiltered truth of D-Day through the eyes of those who lived it. In "D-Day: The Soldiers' Story" Giles Milton brings to life the gripping often harrowing and ultimately triumphant personal accounts of the Allied soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June [--] [----]. Drawing on meticulous research and previously unheard testimonies this powerful narrative goes beyond the well-known historical facts to reveal the human cost and extraordinary bravery of the largest seaborne invasion in history. From the chaos" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XhYtdteA72o) 2025-06-06T21:00Z 74.5K followers, [----] engagements "Hunt For King Henry VIII's Lost Treasures Under A London Park Watch this full episode where Tony Robinson's Time Team searches for Henry VIII's Greenwich Tiltyard and Royal Armoury the epicentre of Tudor jousting and pageantry. Tony Robinson and the team have just three days to locate the spectacular tournament ground and the industrial workshops that produced the king's magnificent suits of armour. Using clues from a 16th-century drawing by Anthonis van den Wyngaerde and historical accounts they dig on the pristine lawns of Greenwich to uncover the lost world of one of England's most famous" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZSu40DVc3Es) 2025-08-15T21:00Z 58.6K followers, 123.7K engagements "Proof Of The Roman Road In Bath Watch this full episode of Time Team as they investigate a Roman cemetery and the lost Fosse Way in Roman Bath right next to the famous Royal Crescent. Tony Robinson Phil Harding and Mick Aston initially search for Roman sarcophagi behind the Crescent but instead uncover a substantial Roman building. The team assisted by Romanist Guy de la Bdoyre discovers this was not a mausoleum but a workshop part of the expanding Roman suburbs. The biggest surprise comes from in front of the Crescent where they unearth a major Roman road with skeletons buried alongside it" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_ZifGeWNH8A) 2025-08-17T21:00Z 63.7K followers, 32.1K engagements "Lost Lives of Pompeii Best History Documentaries Tristan Hughes visits Pompeii to explore its remarkable archaeology and the invaluable insights it offers about this ancient Roman town. The vibrant murals uncover the lives of its residents showcasing stories of brothels gladiators and perspicacious landowners in a community buried by the volcanic eruption. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #LostLivesofPompeii" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fRcY2SL-jDk) 2025-03-28T18:00Z 52.9K followers, 236.2K engagements "The Real King Arthur: Knights Of The Round Table Excalibur & Dragons Best History Documentaries Matt Lewis explores the real stories of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table to determine whether they are myths or historical accounts. While Arthur may not have fought a dragon with Excalibur could there have been a powerful king named Arthur in Britain This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #KingArthurLegendandLegacy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sPh4uVsZC6M) 2025-04-13T17:00Z 60.2K followers, 54K engagements "The Origins Of The [--] Deadly Sins With Medieval Historian Eleanor Janega Medievalist Eleanor Janega takes a deep historical dive into the [--] Deadly Sins. When did they begin what's the worst sin and should we be so anxious about our vices And who decided what was evil anyway Joined by Dr Rachel Stone an expert in medieval morality and Dr Joost Joustra curator of Sin and Art at the National Gallery they delve into the circles of Hell to find those answers. From The Seven Deadly Sins With Eleanor Janega Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sne8Y_cB4Ak) 2025-06-22T21:00Z 64K followers, 185.9K engagements "Britain's Real Monarchs & The Tainted Legacy Of King Edward IV Did a medieval secret invalidate the British monarchy Historians uncover compelling archival evidence suggesting King Edward IV was illegitimate. If true this single flaw breaks the royal line meaning every subsequent monarchfrom Henry VII and Elizabeth I to the House of Windsorhas ruled without a true claim to the throne. Follow the explosive genealogical quest to trace the real line of succession from the Plantagenets who were ruthlessly wiped out through centuries of turbulent history to discover the person alive today who" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tdk21P0YWVk) 2026-01-02T22:00Z 69.7K followers, [----] engagements "Archeologist Discover 5000-Year-Old Drum Linked To Stonehenge Best History Documentaries Tristan Hughes visits The British Museum to view a new archaeological discovery: a chalk drum that was buried with three children approximately [----] years ago. This discovery links various sites across the UK extending from the Orkney Islands to Stonehenge and Yorkshire. Tristian interviews archaeologist Alice Beasley about the cylinder we now know as the Burton Agnes chalk drum and gets to view this incredible piece of art up close. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vHgv8S91r34) 2025-04-06T17:00Z 53.3K followers, 32.9K engagements "The [-----] Coin: Uncovering the Rarest Treasures Of The Royal Mint Museum Explore the 1100-year history of British coinage with exclusive access inside the Royal Mint Museum from the silver pennies of Alfred the Great and the first gold Sovereign to Edward VIII's unissued highly-valuable coins that were locked away for decades revealing how the Monarchy and global trade are forever imprinted on these small powerful pieces of history. From The Treasures of The Royal Mint Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=21Y7ESEpTHM) 2025-10-24T21:00Z 78.1K followers, 35.2K engagements "400 Years Of Military Advancement: Plymouth's Island Fortress For generations Drake's Island situated just outside of Plymouth harbour had been owned by the Ministry of Defence. Recently however this island bastion has gone into private ownership. In this documentary Bob King the gatekeeper of Drake's Island gives Dan an exclusive tour of this extremely militarised scrap of land. 0:00 - Welcome to Drake's Island: A Military History 3:28 - From Tudor Towers to Victorian Superguns 8:09 - Inside the Secret Ammunition Tunnels 11:08 - How The Island Survived a 4-Year Siege 15:34 - Exploring" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FkBsuAE3zs8) 2025-08-01T20:00Z 78.5K followers, 21.6K engagements "Tony Robinson Does The Worst Jobs Of The Dark Ages Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson revisits the first millennium a time of successive waves of immigrants to Britain each bringing with them employment opportunities. Tony experiences the back-breaking work of Roman old mining. He tries ploughing with a wooden Saxon ard and oxen and constructs a wattle and daub Saxon house using the vital ingredient of dung. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheWorstJobsInHistory" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LEiz_lVDhFs) 2025-03-23T22:00Z 76K followers, 17.7K engagements "Victorian London Treasures Found Underwater Watch Tony Robinson's Time Team investigate Arthur Liberty's lost silk print works in Merton the revolutionary Arts and Crafts factory that produced his famous fabrics. Buried beneath modern London Tony Robinson and the team have just three days to find the remains of the Victorian workshops on the banks of the River Wandle. They must piece together the entire industrial process from dyeing and hand block-printing to the final finishing rediscovering the forgotten skills that made Liberty's designs world-famous. As Phil Harding gets his hands dirty" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=i-ddLSDKzRc) 2025-08-16T21:00Z 76.8K followers, [----] engagements "Surviving Auschwitz: I Was Experimented On Because I Was A Twin (Censored) This remarkable documentary shares the stories of the survivors from one of history's most horrific and inhumane wars. Watch eyewitness accounts of the terrible experiments conducted during Nazi Germany's infamous WW2 concentration camp Auschwitz. Listen to the stories from those few who survived cruel experiments starvation and slavery under Hitler's rule. You can watch the full uncensored version here: https://youtu.be/jMlNxYyBGM4 Depictions and images can be disturbing viewer discretion is advised. From Voices Of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lfV7FYs6xSo) 2025-07-06T21:00Z 76.8K followers, [----] engagements "The Highest Roman Highway: Walking High Street And The Conquest Of The Fells Join us as we trek across Britain's stunning Lake District to uncover the history the landscape holds tracing the [--] mile route of Roman legionaries. This documentary explores how Rome conquered and controlled the challenging northern frontier from their initial military deployment that overwhelmed the native Brigantes to their strategic infrastructure. We walk the incredible High Street and discover the remote garrison at Hardnot Fort Rome's most exposed outpost. The journey reveals not just military might but also" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qlXAzo1arig) 2025-10-19T21:00Z 78.5K followers, 98K engagements "The Sacred Road To Stonehenge: Uncovering The Forgotten Ritual Journey From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Embark on an epic 45-mile hike through Wiltshire the heart of Britain's prehistoric past to explore the greatest concentration of Neolithic monuments in Europe. This documentary walks you through the last centuries of the Stone Age beginning at the earliest enclosure of Windmill Hill and leading to the massive stone circles of Avebury. We cut through centuries of myths from the fanciful Druid theories of the 18th century to modern-day lay lines while investigating sites" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QjVxti0AsQ8) 2025-10-18T21:00Z 79.1K followers, [----] engagements "The Tragic Real-Life Story Of George Orwell Explained Explore the extraordinary life of Eric Arthur Blair better known by his pen name George Orwell. Born into the "upper-middle-class without money" in colonial India Orwells journey took him from the prestigious halls of Eton College to the humid jungles of Burma as an Imperial Police officer. Disillusioned by the brutality of the British Empire he resigned to live a life of self-imposed poverty in London and Paris seeking to understand the plight of the working class. The film follows his narrow escape from death during the Spanish Civil War" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0aVq_ZtNnYs) 2026-01-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "How Apollo [--] & The Space Race Changed The Cold War Just [--] years after the first airplane flight Apollo [--] landed humans on the Moon. This documentary explores Project Apollo President Kennedy's monumental commitment to beat the Soviet Union in the Space Race and the unprecedented engineering and national mobilization it required. From the devastating Apollo [--] fire to Neil Armstrong's high-stakes manual landing with [--] seconds of fuel left discover the incredible story of how [------] people achieved the single greatest technological feat in human history. From Apollo 11: How Humans Reached" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=27YvxrbxNVU) 2025-11-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "How Henry VIII Built Britains Ultimate War Machine What did the Tudors really do for us In this documentary we explore how Henry VIII and Elizabeth I transformed England into a global military powerhouse. From the Skevington's gyves torture device to the radical evolution of coastal fortresses like Deal and Southsea witness how the threat of invasion sparked a revolution in engineering. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8ts6Vig9lmI) 2026-02-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "400 Years Apart: What Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II Shared Beyond The Crown We draw extraordinary parallels between the reigns of two of Britain's most successful monarchs Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II highlighting how both queens rose from royal obscurity to secure their place in history. This film focuses on the dramatic crises caused by their famous charismatic royal relatives Mary Queen of Scots and Princess Diana exploring how these women threatened the established order and led each Elizabeth to the closest moments of crisis in their respective reigns ultimately forcing both to step forward" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9Zv2YWGB520) 2025-11-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "The Tudor Inventions We Can't Live Without: Interior Design Technology & More After [--] years of civil war the Tudor dynasty brought a rare period of domestic peace and unprecedented prosperity to England. This documentary explores how this stability led to a revolution in interior design leisure and technology. From the architectural marvel of Hardwick Hall and the invention of wallpaper to the world's first flushing toilet and the birth of the Stock Exchange we look at how the Tudors transformed everyday life. From What The Tudors And Stuarts Did For Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AUqBnPixqxc) 2026-01-25T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II: The Astonishing Parallels Between Two Legendary Figures The Two Elizabeths: Separated by [---] years Queen Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II lived vastly different lives yet faced identical struggles for the throne love and public respect. Discover the astonishing parallels between the Tudor dynasty's greatest queen and Britain's longest-reigning monarch. From their traumatic childhoods as royal outsiders and their choice between duty vs. love (Robert Dudley and Prince Philip) to their mastery of propaganda (Tudor portraits and Royal television) which queen truly secured" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FDR0OetN9Wc) 2025-11-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "RRS Discovery: The Hunt For Shackleton & Scott's First Polar Ship We visit the RRS Discovery in Dundee the first purpose-built Antarctic survey vessel. Launched in [----] the Discovery took Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their first journey to the frozen continent. We explore the ship's cutting-edge design from its engine room and massive coal stores to the secret behind its preserved wooden hull and compare the stark differences between the officers' quarters and the crew's mess deck during the Heroic Age of Exploration. From RRS Discovery: Aboard the World's First Polar Research" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I51LzoA7D_o) 2025-12-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "What Are The Worst Jobs To Have On Christmas Throughout History This documentary explores the surprisingly grueling and often dangerous historical jobs required to create the traditions of Christmas. From Ancient Rome's festival of Saturnalia where slaves served as "puke collectors" to the Medieval era's perilous boar hunting and the punishing work of a cook's assistant making "humble pie." We uncover the risks of the Victorian age including child laborers making dolls and the explosive chemistry of the limelight operator backstage at the pantomime. Finally we witness the brutal cold and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hHWPvEYjy6o) 2025-12-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 40.6K engagements "Mary Beard On The Lessons We Can Still Learn From Ancient Rome In a compelling conversation historian Mary Beard challenges the idea that we can learn direct lessons from Ancient Rome. Instead she argues that the classical world helps us question our own certainties such as what it means to be a citizen. Discover how Romes distinctive incorporate model of empire worked and what domestic details like their public lavatories reveal about the gap between modern life and the Roman Empire's true reality. From Mary Beard on Lessons from Ancient Rome You can now become a History Hit member right" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iNG5R5o4LQk) 2025-12-19T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Lost [----] Years Of Hieroglyphs: Decoding Ancient Egypt's Secret Language Take an in-depth look at the decipherment of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs focusing on the Rosetta Stone and the pivotal race between scholars Jean-Franois Champollion and Thomas Young in the early 19th century. The film which includes special access to a British Museum exhibition explains how the stone's trilingual text (hieroglyphic Demotic and Greek) provided the key to unlocking [----] years of Egyptian history highlighting that the quest to understand the ancient language actually began centuries earlier with the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=opD4O1gBuzA) 2025-11-07T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Churchill's War Room: Inside The British Empire's Secret Cabinets From Secrets of the Churchill War Rooms Series [--] Episode [--] Go inside the Cabinet War Rooms the secret underground headquarters in London where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet directed Britain's efforts throughout World War II. Explore the historic Map Room where U-boat convoys were tracked and intelligence was processed 24/7. Discover the tiny office where Churchill made his most famous radio broadcasts and spoke securely with President Roosevelt on the transatlantic hotline. See the untouched offices maps and even" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pKRyYug1MKs) 2025-12-12T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Captain Cook: [----] Days To Map The World Before he was the legendary explorer who mapped the Pacific James Cook was a humble farm boy from Yorkshire with a restless spirit. In this documentary we retrace Cooks footsteps from his childhood cottage to the bustling port of Whitby. Discover how a chance encounter in a village shop and an apprenticeship on a "Whitby Cat" coal ship provided the rigorous training he needed to command the Royal Navys most ambitious expeditions. From Captain Cook's Endeavour You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s1tGT3A37uQ) 2026-01-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Windsor Castle: An Exclusive Tour Of The Royal Residence Dive into the nearly 1000-year history of Windsor Castle the longest-serving royal palace in Europe. From its origins as a Norman fortress built by William the Conqueror to the lavish Gothic-revival transformation under King George IV this documentary explores how the castle became the spiritual core of the British monarchy. Join us for an exclusive tour inside the State Apartments the magnificent Waterloo Chamber and the rebuilt St. George's Hall discovering the layers of history art and opulence and how much of its medieval appearance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0z02ezxkuP4) 2025-11-29T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 421.7K engagements "Dan Snow On The Second Great Fire of London On December 29th [----] London faced a night of destruction that rivaled the Great Fire of [----]. As the Luftwaffe rained tens of thousands of incendiary bombs upon the "beating heart of the Empire" St Pauls Cathedral stood at the center of a firestorm. This documentary takes you on a tour through the modern streets of London to uncover the scars of the Blitz. From the "Heroes with Grimy Faces" the volunteer firefighters and taxi drivers who fought the flames to the iconic photograph that gave a war-torn nation hope we explore how strategic decisions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2rd-f50YqQI) 2026-02-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Not Just Jack The Ripper: Murderous Legacy of East London Today the East End of London is a thriving centre of commerce. In the 19th century however it was a maze of dark alleys gas lit courts and foggy wharfs. It was a particularly dangerous place for women a number of whom were murdered at the hands of Jack the Ripper. Dr Julia Laite takes Dan Snow around the East End to tell the story of the Whitechapel Murders. From The Whitechapel Murders: Into the Streets of Victorian London Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2vwwNyqfldg) 2025-07-20T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 48.2K engagements "Investigating A 2000-Year-Old Roman Urn In Britain When the Roman military machine swept into Britain nearly [----] years ago it transformed the Iron Age landscape forever. But what was life actually like for the ordinary people caught in the wake of the invasion Join the "Decoding the Dead" team at the Colchester Museum as they use cutting-edge isotope analysis and osteology to unlock secrets held in cremation urns for over a century. From identifying Italian soldiers buried in British soil to discovering the elite locals who embraced Roman luxury we reveal a complex story of migration health" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3GFGRTjzx-Q) 2026-01-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.8K engagements "Medieval London With Eleanor Janega Medieval historian Dr Eleanor Janega takes us on a whistle-stop tour across London visiting some key historical sites and shining a light on the various communities of medieval London. What was the pleasure district the Old Jewry and what did the Knights Templar really do From Life And Death In Medieval London Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #LifeAndDeathInMedievalLondon history hit best history documentaries history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5SKJ4rmeO74) 2025-07-18T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 372K engagements "Walking Through The Scottish Highlands: Where Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Forged A New Empire We journey through the Scottish Highlands to uncover how an unpopular German prince Prince Albert and his devoted wife Queen Victoria transformed a dangerous rebellious frontier into the romantic tartan-clad 'Brand Scotland' known globally today. Following their footsteps from the Jacobite battlefield of Killiecrankie to their private sanctuary at Balmoral Castle we explore the shocking history of the Highland Clearances the creation of the Royal Sporting Estates and the enduring legacy the royal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6Mj59sLYATc) 2025-12-20T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 58.1K engagements "Modern Bakers Try To Make Bread From The Victorian Era Four modern baking professionals go back in time to the early Victorian era to discover the origins of their $4 billion industry. They face the grueling 9-hour shifts primitive tools and backbreaking labor of a rural community bake house. From mixing dough by hand and using brewer's yeast to the shock of lifting 20-stone flour sacks they recreate the bread that was the staple of the working class. This journey explores the taste of forgotten heritage wheat the stark reality of poverty (including eating 'chicken feed') and the simple yet" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7W3zLaS6otQ) 2026-01-04T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Tour Of Tutankhamun's Tomb Explore the ancient Egyptian archeological treasures that have been encased in a tomb like 3000-year-old food the wooden chest and a golden chariot. Tutankhamun's tomb was found at the Valley of the Kings but surprisingly it was much smaller than that of other pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Watch Tutankhamun with Dan Snow as he looks at Tutankhamun's grandfather Ramses IV's resting place comparing it to the small chamber that British archaeologists discovered in [----]. Watch Dan Snow Raksha Dave and John Sergeant as they explore the renowned archaeological dig sites" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8ZYMwFXla1s) 2025-06-08T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 109.5K engagements "Deadly Frontier: How [----] Men From The Ninth Legion Vanished In the early 2nd century AD the Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana) an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiers completely vanished from the historical record. Once the powerhouse of Romes occupation of Britain they left behind a final inscription in York in [---] AD and then. silence. From The Ninth: Mystery Of The Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8n6PVgRoF44) 2026-01-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 24.8K engagements "Surviving Auschwitz: Separated Son and Father Reunited Best History Documentaries George and his father were imprisoned in the Auschwitz concentration camp. After enduring years of starvation and forced labour George was finally released when the Second World War came to an end. With his freedom he discovered that his father was alive in a hospital and they were joyfully reunited. From Stories of Survival Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DeWDD8fkCQ0) 2025-05-09T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 306.5K engagements "Dan Snow Explores The First Norman Castles In Wales Best History Documentaries Dan Snow walks through Wales and England to explore the Norman castles built and inhabited by the Norman settlers after [----] and to learn about the greatest imperialist takeover in British history. He walks around the Monnow river system dominated by the motte and bailey castles that sprang up in the Norman era. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Hq08yLjV5Kc) 2025-04-25T17:00Z 79.3K followers, 57.4K engagements "Why Did Henry VIII Execute The Love of His Life The story of Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII is one of history's most famous and tragic love affairs. Historian Suzannah Lipscomb retraces their steps to understand how a passionate romance that took seven years to begin and forced the King to break with the Roman Catholic Church could unravel so violently in less than three years. From the joy of her coronation to the desperate need for a male heir this is the story of the 1000-day Queen. Following Anne Boleyn from her glorious coronation to her final days in the Tower of London Dr. Suzannah" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=J9jHy8txkEM) 2025-09-07T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 175.1K engagements "How Britain Reinvented Itself During The 1950s Explore how scientific innovation transformed post-war Britain in the 1950s focusing on the dramatic key breakthroughs primarily from the petrochemical industry which introduced revolutionary products like nylon and polyester the aerosol spray the transistor and vinyl records. These inventions provided youth with unprecedented economic power personal style and a soundtrack of rock and roll played on the newly amplified electric guitar fundamentally dividing the generations and defining modern British culture. From The House The 50s Built Series" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LI4WcLrhV7U) 2025-11-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 18K engagements "Amun's Karnak: Egypt's Greatest Temple In this documentary Tristan Hughes explores the Karnak Temple in Ancient Egypt showing the power of the god Amun-Ra and the pharaohs who built this monumental religious sanctuary near ancient Thebes (modern Luxor). For over a thousand years pharaohs from Senusret I and Hatshepsut to Seti I and Ramesses II left their mark constructing vast structures like the iconic Hypostyle Hall and the Chappelle Rouge. The site was not only a centre for religious festivals but also a pharaonic notice board used to promote military victories such as the Battle of Kadesh" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Lj18Re-HpcM) 2025-08-03T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 61.5K engagements "Walking Through The WW2 British Channel Islands Occupied By The Nazis Take an immersive walk through the WWII history of the Channel Islands the only British soil occupied by Nazi Germany. From 1940-1945 Jersey and Guernsey were transformed into a fearsome part of the Atlantic Wall. Discover the truth about the 'model occupation' the desperate commando raids the horrific slave labor camps the moral dilemmas faced by islanders and the emotional story of the [----] liberation. This film explores the bunkers gun batteries and tunnels that remain a poignant reminder of this darkest chapter in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M1A8VkrrkSs) 2026-01-03T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Imphal & Kohima: A Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle Often called The Forgotten War this documentary follows historians as they venture into the dense jungles of Manipur to rediscover the battlefields of the British 14th Army. We explore the strategic genius of General Bill Slim who turned a demoralised force into a "Master Plan" of annihilation against the Imperial Japanese Army. From the brutal hand-to-hand combat at the Kohima tennis court to the desperate four-day stand at Shangshak this is the epic story of Britains greatest military victory and the staggering human cost of stopping the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OsdZCLNTk9E) 2026-02-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "Eleanor Janega On William The Conqueror William the Conqueror's brutal Norman Conquest of England in [----] was the most radical change the country had ever seen. This documentary explores how William known as 'the Bastard' survived a murderous childhood to secure his rule over Normandy. We follow his meticulously planned invasion of England culminating in the legendary Battle of Hastings and examine the brutal methods he used to cement his power from the construction of imposing castles like the Tower of London to the infamous 'Harrying of the North'. We also investigate the incredible" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ow7U4mxOJk8) 2025-08-29T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 499.8K engagements "The Dark Side Of The French Renaissance: Building The Chteau De Chambord The Chteau de Chambord a massive Renaissance masterpiece in the Loire Valley was the ambitious dream of King Francis I influenced by the genius of Leonardo da Vinci. Despite facing monumental challengesincluding building on marshy land staggering costs and engineering feats like the double-helix staircasethe project continued for decades eventually becoming a symbol of French power even though the King only spent a short time there before his death. From Chambord The Leonardo Da Vinci Mystery You can now become a History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PCBkh4Fsxp4) 2025-11-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.7K engagements "Hatshepsut: The Pharaoh That Was Almost Erased From Egypt's History Hatshepsut remains one of the most successful and controversial figures of the ancient world. Born into a system where the Pharaoh was ideologically and religiously male she defied [----] years of tradition to claim the throne not just as a regent but as a King. This documentary explores her strategic rise from the "God's Wife of Amun" to the absolute ruler of Egypt. We examine her unprecedented building programs her legendary trade expeditions to the Land of Punt and her decision to be depicted with masculine features to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pvawn59wKNw) 2026-02-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Vikings Beyond The Raid: A History Of The Northmen Today we dive into the full chronological history of the Vikings moving beyond the early semi-mythical raiders to explore the later Christian Northmen. The conversation uncovers the multiple factors behind the "explosion" of Viking activity in the early medieval period including technological advances in shipbuilding and the lure of wealthy undefended trading ports while addressing (but not dismissing) traditional theories of overpopulation. From Who Were The Real Northmen Of Scandinavia Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SkhWyEi9hY0) 2025-10-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Baking Like It's 1870: The Victorian Hellscape We Don't Talk About As Britains population exploded during the Industrial Revolution the demand for bread fueled a "golden age" of baking but at a devastating cost. This documentary follows four professional bakers as they return to the 1870s to experience the brutal reality of the urban bakehouse. From Victorian Bakers Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UPeEQZiZLZc) 2026-02-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "A Guided Tour Inside The Iconic HMS Alliance We offer a rare guided tour of the preserved Royal Navy submarine HMS Alliance with veteran Commodore Eric Thompson. A long-serving submariner Thompson shares his personal experiences aboard this WWII-designed A-class boat and its sister ships contrasting diesel-electric Cold War patrols with the nuclear deterrent missions that followed. From the tight living quarters and the engineering of the noisy engine room to the significance of the attack periscope and the real reason submariners fly the Jolly Roger this film gives a fascinating in-depth" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WdCpQFLF6qA) 2025-12-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 36.7K engagements "Mary Beard On The Secret Lives Of Roman Emperors Best History Documentaries Classicist and national treasure Mary Beard has an insightful conversation with Dan Snow about Ancient Rome and its emperors. Who were these famous emperors like Nero Marcus Aurelius Constantine and Augustus From History Hit's The Roman Emperors: With Mary Beard This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheRomanEmperorsWithMaryBeard history hit best history documentaries history documentaries full history" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YYnOnAgQkmw) 2025-08-08T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 100.5K engagements "Walking Through History: Looking For William The Conqueror's Forgotten Frontier Historian David is walking the coast and interior of Pembrokeshire to uncover the Norman Conquest of Wales a long brutal struggle very different from [----]. Follow the trail of William the Conqueror discover hidden Norman forts and meet Princess Nest the Welsh noblewoman who had affairs with the King of England and a Norman lord. This documentary explores how war castles and culture transformed this corner of Wales into "Little England Beyond Wales" a unique legacy that survives today. From Walking Through History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZyuUk6kMQpU) 2025-12-27T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 27.6K engagements "The World Of Women's Jobs In The Middle Ages With Eleanor Janega From The Labouring Lives Of Medieval Women Series [--] Episode [--] We go beyond the stereotypes to uncover the documented often dangerous and highly skilled work done by women in the Middle Ages. Join us as we explore the roles of dairy maids ale wives bakers and master masons revealing the real lives of the medieval career women who were essential to their economy running everything from cottage industries to lucrative big businesses and even working as blacksmiths at the Tower of London. You can now become a History Hit member" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dBMfO8xdjUs) 2025-12-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 14.4K engagements "How The 1950s Shaped The History Of Britain Explore how science and technology completely transformed 1950s Britain taking it from the bleakness of post-war austerity to an era of modern affluence and optimism. Going into the revolution that started in the home from the rise of chemical fertilizers like "National Grow" replacing horse manure in the garden to the creation of toxic-but-popular pesticides. We uncover the social impact of new inventions including the iconic Triumph Thunderbird superbike and the first affordable family cars which provided a taste of freedom and fueled the new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fS1XRzW0VM0) 2025-11-02T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Monmouth Rebellion Of [----] Explained From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] In the summer of [----] the West Country became the stage for a desperate and bloody uprising. James Duke of Monmouth the illegitimate Protestant son of Charles II landed at Lyme Regis with just [--] men intent on toppling his Catholic uncle King James II. What followed was a "Pitchfork Rebellion" that saw thousands of local artisans and non-conformists join a doomed march toward the Battle of Sedgemore. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hq9f_-tG090) 2026-01-17T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.5K engagements "Designer Livings: How The Stuarts Created The Modern Home After the Great Fire of [----] wiped out four-fifths of London a new era of 'Designer Living' was born. This documentary explores how the catastrophic destruction of [-----] homes paved the way for visionary architects like Christopher Wren and Inigo Jones to replace medieval chaos with classical grandeur. Beyond the architecture we dive into the fascinating technical breakthroughs of the 17th century: the invention of lead crystal glass that revolutionized science the bizarre "urine-based" chemistry of the British textile industry and the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iqAPHtMWH18) 2026-02-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Surviving Auschwitz: I Was Experimented On Because I Was A Twin This remarkable documentary shares the stories of the survivors of one of history's most horrific and inhumane wars. Watch eyewitness accounts of the terrible experiments conducted during Nazi Germany's infamous WW2 concentration camp Auschwitz. Listen to the stories of those few who survived cruel experiments starvation and slavery under Hitler's rule. Depictions and images can be disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. You can watch the full censored version here: https://youtu.be/lfV7FYs6xSo From Voices Of The Holocaust Best" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jMlNxYyBGM4) 2025-07-06T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 191.5K engagements "Archaeologists Investigate The Perfectly Preserved Mosaics Of Bignor Roman Villa Deep in the heart of West Sussex lies one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Northern Europe: Bignor Roman Villa. Once a sprawling estate belonging to the "super-elite" this villa served as a powerful symbol of Roman wealth and cultural dominance in Britain. Join world-renowned archaeologists to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the soil. From the world-class mosaics depicting Greek myths and "strip cartoon" gladiatorial combat to the sophisticated underfloor heating systems (hypocausts) that rival" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j_oY2O-J6Lk) 2026-01-31T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 10.7K engagements "Who Were The Real Life Peaky Blinders The Brutal Truth Of Birmingham Gangs Go beyond the fiction and discover the brutal truth of the Peaky Blinders. Historian Carl Chinn takes us onto the backstreets of Birmingham to reveal the real story of the most notorious gangs in British history. The hit TV show is set in the 1920s but the true Peaky Blinders ruled the city decades earlier in the late Victorian era. Today we debunk the most famous myth and explores the harsh reality of life in the slums where the gangs emerged. From Who Were The Real Peaky Blinders Series [--] Episode [--] You can now" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mC0So69AUSk) 2025-10-31T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 11.2K engagements "From Austerity To Affluence: The British Home Revolution Of The 1950s The British living room was completely transformed during the 1950s moving from post-war austerity and drabness (dark colors old furniture sooty fireplaces) to modern affluence and vibrant design. This revolution was driven by new petrochemical-based materials like PVA paint foam cushioning and nylon carpet which along with the introduction of the television and the DIY revolution made homes brighter cleaner more comfortable and a hub for family life and entertaining. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=maR3azX7tIU) 2025-11-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 90.7K engagements "Exploring The Tragic Lives Of The Bront Sisters In West Yorkshire With Tony Robinson From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a historical walking tour of West Yorkshire to uncover the tragic lives of the Bront sisters: Charlotte Emily and Anne. Explore the dark untamed moors and the "killer secret" of their village Howarth which inspired their classic novels Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. Discover how the Bronts went from innocent childhood fantasies to becoming England's greatest literary family and learn the little-known story of their brother Branwell and their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o51oQEfksIQ) 2025-12-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 115.3K engagements "How Christianity Shaped Our Modern Society Author Tom Holland returns to discuss his book Dominion and the surprising influence of Christianity on modern life. He argues that foundational Western concepts from human rights and charity to humanism and even the idea of the "secular" are all direct cultural descendants of Christian civilization. The discussion traces this revolutionary shift from the "uber-predators" of Ancient Rome to the moral framework of today's progressive thought ultimately asking if these inherited Christian values can survive without the faith that created them. From How" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oKUKnvLXp58) 2025-12-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Dan Snow's The Secrets of Hitler's Channel Island Fortress Best History Documentaries The Channel Islands were the only British territories occupied by Nazi Germany during WWII. This documentary uncovers their unique wartime experience from the transformation of Guernsey into a heavily fortified stronghold as part of Hitlers Atlantic Wall to the secret British commando raids that enraged the Fhrer. Through first-hand accounts we hear from islanders who lived under occupationsome recalling fear and hardship others viewing it as an adventure. We also explore hidden German bunkers long-lost" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=okZLtZoR_2s) 2025-03-23T22:00Z 79.3K followers, 107K engagements "Mary Beard: The Origins Of The Ancient Roman Empire The Roman Empire's rise from small town to global superpower is a story of brutal conquest and unique innovation. This documentary charts Rome's incredible journey from its mythical bloody origins with Romulus and Remus to its total domination of the Mediterranean. Our historian investigates the key to Romes success: a relentless war machine fueled by a clever system of alliances that turned defeated enemies into future soldiers for the Roman army. We explore the defining conflicts that shaped the empire from the epic superpower showdown" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ouRtYVBbJIc) 2025-09-11T23:01Z 79.3K followers, 104.7K engagements "Hadrian's Wall: Rome's Great Northern Frontier Best History Documentaries Dan Snow explores the physical remains of Hadrians vast project of 122AD - over [--] Roman miles of wall turrets and forts stretching from coast to coast across northern England. Mile after mile of stone marching over the horizon. But why did the Romans go to all this effort We dig into the key questions: was the wall a barrier or a porous border; a hubristic vanity project or a vital line of defence; who lived on and around the wall; and why has it endured in popular culture for nearly two thousand years right up to Game" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p0qDlSfVm1U) 2025-06-13T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 160.8K engagements "The Tudor Revolution & Inventions That Changed Our World From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] Step back into a world where surgery was performed by barbers and the heavens were thought to be unchanging. This documentary explores the seismic shift in the Tudor era sparked by the arrival of the printing press the "high technology" of the 1500s. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qJtjshOgjuY) 2026-01-18T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Cornwalls Criminal Past: Walking Through The Smuggling Routes Join us for a journey along the stunning Cornish coast to uncover the incredible true story of smuggling an illicit industry so vast it threatened to bankrupt the British Empire. We trace the routes of 18th and 19th-century smugglers from struggling pilchard fishermen to notorious figures like Zephaniah Job the smuggler's banker who orchestrated fortunes amidst massive tax hikes. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rnMTHcHmqgI) 2025-11-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.3K engagements "Exploring The Hidden Fortress Buried Under A Yorkshire Garden In this episode of the Time Team descends upon the quiet market town of Malton North Yorkshire with just three days to uncover layers of buried history. Beneath a tangled jungle of overgrowth and private gardens they hunt for three distinct eras: a strategic Roman Fort a powerful 12th-century Norman Castle and a magnificent Jacobean Mansion that met a bizarre and spiteful end. From Time Team Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wMJOWl8Q9es) 2026-02-06T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 14.7K engagements "Secrets of The Tudors: The Camera Obscura & More Forget the drama of the royal court. The real Tudor revolution happened through science art and exploration. This documentary explores the incredible inventions that brought the world into focus. From the accidental discovery of graphite in Cumbria that created the worlds first pencil to the secret "perspective glass" that may have been the world's first telescope [--] years before the Dutch the Tudors were masters of measurement. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wiBM2uHSVuY) 2026-01-11T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Eleanor Janega On Vikings Turned Norman The Normans' Viking origins and their conquest of Normandy created Europe's most formidable warriors. This documentary explores how pagan Viking raiders led by the legendary Rollo transformed from seasonal pillagers into a settled Christian power. We investigate their maritime supremacy with the Viking longboat the brutal raids on Frankish monasteries and the pivotal Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte which gave birth to the Duchy of Normandy. Discover how these Northmen blended their fierce warrior culture with Frankish administration and religion forging" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xMDMJdfMAGM) 2025-08-22T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 607.1K engagements "CT Scan Of Tutankhamun Today many have viewed Tutankhamun's treasures but questions remain over how the teenage king died. Now with the aid of impressive forensic technology we may be closer than ever to knowing this ancient mystery. Featuring towering pyramids chambers filled with treasures and gruesome rituals this captivating series journeys back over [----] years to retrace the final [---] days of ancient Egypt's legendary pharaoh: Tutankhamun. Daily life for the 19-year-old king is unveiled his sudden death that sparked panic throughout Egypt is examined and the tale of how his gold-laden" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zjownIqlY3w) 2025-06-01T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 70.4K engagements "Dan Snow On The Second Great Fire of London On December 29th [----] London faced a night of destruction that rivaled the Great Fire of [----]. As the Luftwaffe rained tens of thousands of incendiary bombs upon the "beating heart of the Empire" St Pauls Cathedral stood at the center of a firestorm. This documentary takes you on a tour through the modern streets of London to uncover the scars of the Blitz. From the "Heroes with Grimy Faces" the volunteer firefighters and taxi drivers who fought the flames to the iconic photograph that gave a war-torn nation hope we explore how strategic decisions" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2rd-f50YqQI) 2026-02-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Baking Like It's 1870: The Victorian Hellscape We Don't Talk About As Britains population exploded during the Industrial Revolution the demand for bread fueled a "golden age" of baking but at a devastating cost. This documentary follows four professional bakers as they return to the 1870s to experience the brutal reality of the urban bakehouse. From Victorian Bakers Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UPeEQZiZLZc) 2026-02-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Hatshepsut: The Pharaoh That Was Almost Erased From Egypt's History Hatshepsut remains one of the most successful and controversial figures of the ancient world. Born into a system where the Pharaoh was ideologically and religiously male she defied [----] years of tradition to claim the throne not just as a regent but as a King. This documentary explores her strategic rise from the "God's Wife of Amun" to the absolute ruler of Egypt. We examine her unprecedented building programs her legendary trade expeditions to the Land of Punt and her decision to be depicted with masculine features to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Pvawn59wKNw) 2026-02-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Designer Livings: How The Stuarts Created The Modern Home After the Great Fire of [----] wiped out four-fifths of London a new era of 'Designer Living' was born. This documentary explores how the catastrophic destruction of [-----] homes paved the way for visionary architects like Christopher Wren and Inigo Jones to replace medieval chaos with classical grandeur. Beyond the architecture we dive into the fascinating technical breakthroughs of the 17th century: the invention of lead crystal glass that revolutionized science the bizarre "urine-based" chemistry of the British textile industry and the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iqAPHtMWH18) 2026-02-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Imphal & Kohima: A Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle Often called The Forgotten War this documentary follows historians as they venture into the dense jungles of Manipur to rediscover the battlefields of the British 14th Army. We explore the strategic genius of General Bill Slim who turned a demoralised force into a "Master Plan" of annihilation against the Imperial Japanese Army. From the brutal hand-to-hand combat at the Kohima tennis court to the desperate four-day stand at Shangshak this is the epic story of Britains greatest military victory and the staggering human cost of stopping the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OsdZCLNTk9E) 2026-02-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "Exploring The Hidden Fortress Buried Under A Yorkshire Garden In this episode of the Time Team descends upon the quiet market town of Malton North Yorkshire with just three days to uncover layers of buried history. Beneath a tangled jungle of overgrowth and private gardens they hunt for three distinct eras: a strategic Roman Fort a powerful 12th-century Norman Castle and a magnificent Jacobean Mansion that met a bizarre and spiteful end. From Time Team Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wMJOWl8Q9es) 2026-02-06T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 14.7K engagements "How Henry VIII Built Britains Ultimate War Machine What did the Tudors really do for us In this documentary we explore how Henry VIII and Elizabeth I transformed England into a global military powerhouse. From the Skevington's gyves torture device to the radical evolution of coastal fortresses like Deal and Southsea witness how the threat of invasion sparked a revolution in engineering. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8ts6Vig9lmI) 2026-02-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Archaeologists Investigate The Perfectly Preserved Mosaics Of Bignor Roman Villa Deep in the heart of West Sussex lies one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Northern Europe: Bignor Roman Villa. Once a sprawling estate belonging to the "super-elite" this villa served as a powerful symbol of Roman wealth and cultural dominance in Britain. Join world-renowned archaeologists to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the soil. From the world-class mosaics depicting Greek myths and "strip cartoon" gladiatorial combat to the sophisticated underfloor heating systems (hypocausts) that rival" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=j_oY2O-J6Lk) 2026-01-31T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 10.7K engagements "Investigating A 2000-Year-Old Roman Urn In Britain When the Roman military machine swept into Britain nearly [----] years ago it transformed the Iron Age landscape forever. But what was life actually like for the ordinary people caught in the wake of the invasion Join the "Decoding the Dead" team at the Colchester Museum as they use cutting-edge isotope analysis and osteology to unlock secrets held in cremation urns for over a century. From identifying Italian soldiers buried in British soil to discovering the elite locals who embraced Roman luxury we reveal a complex story of migration health" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3GFGRTjzx-Q) 2026-01-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.8K engagements "The Tudor Inventions We Can't Live Without: Interior Design Technology & More After [--] years of civil war the Tudor dynasty brought a rare period of domestic peace and unprecedented prosperity to England. This documentary explores how this stability led to a revolution in interior design leisure and technology. From the architectural marvel of Hardwick Hall and the invention of wallpaper to the world's first flushing toilet and the birth of the Stock Exchange we look at how the Tudors transformed everyday life. From What The Tudors And Stuarts Did For Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=AUqBnPixqxc) 2026-01-25T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Tragic Real-Life Story Of George Orwell Explained Explore the extraordinary life of Eric Arthur Blair better known by his pen name George Orwell. Born into the "upper-middle-class without money" in colonial India Orwells journey took him from the prestigious halls of Eton College to the humid jungles of Burma as an Imperial Police officer. Disillusioned by the brutality of the British Empire he resigned to live a life of self-imposed poverty in London and Paris seeking to understand the plight of the working class. The film follows his narrow escape from death during the Spanish Civil War" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0aVq_ZtNnYs) 2026-01-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Captain Cook: [----] Days To Map The World Before he was the legendary explorer who mapped the Pacific James Cook was a humble farm boy from Yorkshire with a restless spirit. In this documentary we retrace Cooks footsteps from his childhood cottage to the bustling port of Whitby. Discover how a chance encounter in a village shop and an apprenticeship on a "Whitby Cat" coal ship provided the rigorous training he needed to command the Royal Navys most ambitious expeditions. From Captain Cook's Endeavour You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s1tGT3A37uQ) 2026-01-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Tudor Revolution & Inventions That Changed Our World From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] Step back into a world where surgery was performed by barbers and the heavens were thought to be unchanging. This documentary explores the seismic shift in the Tudor era sparked by the arrival of the printing press the "high technology" of the 1500s. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qJtjshOgjuY) 2026-01-18T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The Monmouth Rebellion Of [----] Explained From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] In the summer of [----] the West Country became the stage for a desperate and bloody uprising. James Duke of Monmouth the illegitimate Protestant son of Charles II landed at Lyme Regis with just [--] men intent on toppling his Catholic uncle King James II. What followed was a "Pitchfork Rebellion" that saw thousands of local artisans and non-conformists join a doomed march toward the Battle of Sedgemore. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hq9f_-tG090) 2026-01-17T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.5K engagements "Deadly Frontier: How [----] Men From The Ninth Legion Vanished In the early 2nd century AD the Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana) an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiers completely vanished from the historical record. Once the powerhouse of Romes occupation of Britain they left behind a final inscription in York in [---] AD and then. silence. From The Ninth: Mystery Of The Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8n6PVgRoF44) 2026-01-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 24.8K engagements "Secrets of The Tudors: The Camera Obscura & More Forget the drama of the royal court. The real Tudor revolution happened through science art and exploration. This documentary explores the incredible inventions that brought the world into focus. From the accidental discovery of graphite in Cumbria that created the worlds first pencil to the secret "perspective glass" that may have been the world's first telescope [--] years before the Dutch the Tudors were masters of measurement. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wiBM2uHSVuY) 2026-01-11T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "King John: Walking Through The History Behind England's Most Controversial Monarch From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a 70-mile journey through the ancient landscapes of Sherwood Forest and the Peak District as we track the rise and fall of Englands most controversial monarch: King John. Often portrayed as the cartoon villain of the Robin Hood legends the real John was a complex energetic and ruthless administrator who turned his kingdom into a business to fund his obsession with reclaiming Normandy. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5yTCkwoh40k) 2026-01-10T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 54.9K engagements "Cold Case: How The Ninth Legion Vanished The Ninth: Mystery of the Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] In the early 2nd century AD an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiersthe Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana)vanished from the historical record without a trace. This documentary explores their journey from Julius Caesars elite fighting force to their eventual disappearance in the wilds of Roman Britain. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ShGqkWdAf30) 2026-01-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 165.8K engagements "Modern Bakers Try To Make Bread From The Victorian Era Four modern baking professionals go back in time to the early Victorian era to discover the origins of their $4 billion industry. They face the grueling 9-hour shifts primitive tools and backbreaking labor of a rural community bake house. From mixing dough by hand and using brewer's yeast to the shock of lifting 20-stone flour sacks they recreate the bread that was the staple of the working class. This journey explores the taste of forgotten heritage wheat the stark reality of poverty (including eating 'chicken feed') and the simple yet" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7W3zLaS6otQ) 2026-01-04T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Walking Through The WW2 British Channel Islands Occupied By The Nazis Take an immersive walk through the WWII history of the Channel Islands the only British soil occupied by Nazi Germany. From 1940-1945 Jersey and Guernsey were transformed into a fearsome part of the Atlantic Wall. Discover the truth about the 'model occupation' the desperate commando raids the horrific slave labor camps the moral dilemmas faced by islanders and the emotional story of the [----] liberation. This film explores the bunkers gun batteries and tunnels that remain a poignant reminder of this darkest chapter in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M1A8VkrrkSs) 2026-01-03T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "A Guided Tour Inside The Iconic HMS Alliance We offer a rare guided tour of the preserved Royal Navy submarine HMS Alliance with veteran Commodore Eric Thompson. A long-serving submariner Thompson shares his personal experiences aboard this WWII-designed A-class boat and its sister ships contrasting diesel-electric Cold War patrols with the nuclear deterrent missions that followed. From the tight living quarters and the engineering of the noisy engine room to the significance of the attack periscope and the real reason submariners fly the Jolly Roger this film gives a fascinating in-depth" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WdCpQFLF6qA) 2025-12-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 36.7K engagements "Walking Through History: Looking For William The Conqueror's Forgotten Frontier Historian David is walking the coast and interior of Pembrokeshire to uncover the Norman Conquest of Wales a long brutal struggle very different from [----]. Follow the trail of William the Conqueror discover hidden Norman forts and meet Princess Nest the Welsh noblewoman who had affairs with the King of England and a Norman lord. This documentary explores how war castles and culture transformed this corner of Wales into "Little England Beyond Wales" a unique legacy that survives today. From Walking Through History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZyuUk6kMQpU) 2025-12-27T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 27.6K engagements "How Christianity Shaped Our Modern Society Author Tom Holland returns to discuss his book Dominion and the surprising influence of Christianity on modern life. He argues that foundational Western concepts from human rights and charity to humanism and even the idea of the "secular" are all direct cultural descendants of Christian civilization. The discussion traces this revolutionary shift from the "uber-predators" of Ancient Rome to the moral framework of today's progressive thought ultimately asking if these inherited Christian values can survive without the faith that created them. From How" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oKUKnvLXp58) 2025-12-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "What Are The Worst Jobs To Have On Christmas Throughout History This documentary explores the surprisingly grueling and often dangerous historical jobs required to create the traditions of Christmas. From Ancient Rome's festival of Saturnalia where slaves served as "puke collectors" to the Medieval era's perilous boar hunting and the punishing work of a cook's assistant making "humble pie." We uncover the risks of the Victorian age including child laborers making dolls and the explosive chemistry of the limelight operator backstage at the pantomime. Finally we witness the brutal cold and" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hHWPvEYjy6o) 2025-12-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 40.6K engagements "RRS Discovery: The Hunt For Shackleton & Scott's First Polar Ship We visit the RRS Discovery in Dundee the first purpose-built Antarctic survey vessel. Launched in [----] the Discovery took Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their first journey to the frozen continent. We explore the ship's cutting-edge design from its engine room and massive coal stores to the secret behind its preserved wooden hull and compare the stark differences between the officers' quarters and the crew's mess deck during the Heroic Age of Exploration. From RRS Discovery: Aboard the World's First Polar Research" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I51LzoA7D_o) 2025-12-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Walking Through The Scottish Highlands: Where Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Forged A New Empire We journey through the Scottish Highlands to uncover how an unpopular German prince Prince Albert and his devoted wife Queen Victoria transformed a dangerous rebellious frontier into the romantic tartan-clad 'Brand Scotland' known globally today. Following their footsteps from the Jacobite battlefield of Killiecrankie to their private sanctuary at Balmoral Castle we explore the shocking history of the Highland Clearances the creation of the Royal Sporting Estates and the enduring legacy the royal" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6Mj59sLYATc) 2025-12-20T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 58.1K engagements "Mary Beard On The Lessons We Can Still Learn From Ancient Rome In a compelling conversation historian Mary Beard challenges the idea that we can learn direct lessons from Ancient Rome. Instead she argues that the classical world helps us question our own certainties such as what it means to be a citizen. Discover how Romes distinctive incorporate model of empire worked and what domestic details like their public lavatories reveal about the gap between modern life and the Roman Empire's true reality. From Mary Beard on Lessons from Ancient Rome You can now become a History Hit member right" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iNG5R5o4LQk) 2025-12-19T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Dan Jones Explains How The Knights Templar Managed Their Global Empire Bestselling historian Dan Jones joins us to discuss the true story of the Knights Templar. Discover the Templars' origins as a small 'roadside rescue service' protecting pilgrims in the dangerous Holy Land. We explore the paradox of the warrior-monks their rise to become a tax-exempt international financial powerhouse and the political showdown with King Philip IV of France that led to their brutal and sudden downfall. Did they have a secret treasure What about the Holy Grail Dan separates the historical fact from the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ynyc2HCXO7w) 2025-12-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 77.7K engagements "Exploring The Tragic Lives Of The Bront Sisters In West Yorkshire With Tony Robinson From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a historical walking tour of West Yorkshire to uncover the tragic lives of the Bront sisters: Charlotte Emily and Anne. Explore the dark untamed moors and the "killer secret" of their village Howarth which inspired their classic novels Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. Discover how the Bronts went from innocent childhood fantasies to becoming England's greatest literary family and learn the little-known story of their brother Branwell and their" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o51oQEfksIQ) 2025-12-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 115.3K engagements "Churchill's War Room: Inside The British Empire's Secret Cabinets From Secrets of the Churchill War Rooms Series [--] Episode [--] Go inside the Cabinet War Rooms the secret underground headquarters in London where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet directed Britain's efforts throughout World War II. Explore the historic Map Room where U-boat convoys were tracked and intelligence was processed 24/7. Discover the tiny office where Churchill made his most famous radio broadcasts and spoke securely with President Roosevelt on the transatlantic hotline. See the untouched offices maps and even" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pKRyYug1MKs) 2025-12-12T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "The World Of Women's Jobs In The Middle Ages With Eleanor Janega From The Labouring Lives Of Medieval Women Series [--] Episode [--] We go beyond the stereotypes to uncover the documented often dangerous and highly skilled work done by women in the Middle Ages. Join us as we explore the roles of dairy maids ale wives bakers and master masons revealing the real lives of the medieval career women who were essential to their economy running everything from cottage industries to lucrative big businesses and even working as blacksmiths at the Tower of London. You can now become a History Hit member" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dBMfO8xdjUs) 2025-12-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 14.4K engagements "Macbeth Of Scotland: The Real King Before Shakespeare's Play From The Real Macbeth Series [--] Episode [--] The Shakespearean villain Macbeth is famous for ambition and murder. But the historical King Macbeth of Scotland was a far different man. This documentary digs into the archaeological and written evidence to separate the fact from the fiction revealing how Macbeth was actually a popular successful king who reigned for [--] years. Discover the Celtic inheritance laws that justified his taking of the throne from King Duncan the true story behind the battle with the Norsemen and why Shakespeare" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZucZDSkeZW4) 2025-12-06T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 52.7K engagements "American Revolution: The Boston Tea Party & Colonial Protest In [----] a group of colonists in Boston took dramatic action against British rule destroying an enormous cargo of tea. This documentary traces the roots of the Boston Tea Party across three continents from the financial collapse of the East India Company in London and a famine in Bengal to the political crisis in Massachusetts over taxation without representation. Discover the high-stakes confrontation between Governor Thomas Hutchinson and the Sons of Liberty that culminated in this act of defiance which ultimately ignited the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JQhZ4bJScZI) 2025-12-05T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.9K engagements "How Apollo [--] & The Space Race Changed The Cold War Just [--] years after the first airplane flight Apollo [--] landed humans on the Moon. This documentary explores Project Apollo President Kennedy's monumental commitment to beat the Soviet Union in the Space Race and the unprecedented engineering and national mobilization it required. From the devastating Apollo [--] fire to Neil Armstrong's high-stakes manual landing with [--] seconds of fuel left discover the incredible story of how [------] people achieved the single greatest technological feat in human history. From Apollo 11: How Humans Reached" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=27YvxrbxNVU) 2025-11-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "Windsor Castle: An Exclusive Tour Of The Royal Residence Dive into the nearly 1000-year history of Windsor Castle the longest-serving royal palace in Europe. From its origins as a Norman fortress built by William the Conqueror to the lavish Gothic-revival transformation under King George IV this documentary explores how the castle became the spiritual core of the British monarchy. Join us for an exclusive tour inside the State Apartments the magnificent Waterloo Chamber and the rebuilt St. George's Hall discovering the layers of history art and opulence and how much of its medieval appearance" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=0z02ezxkuP4) 2025-11-29T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 421.7K engagements "400 Years Apart: What Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II Shared Beyond The Crown We draw extraordinary parallels between the reigns of two of Britain's most successful monarchs Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II highlighting how both queens rose from royal obscurity to secure their place in history. This film focuses on the dramatic crises caused by their famous charismatic royal relatives Mary Queen of Scots and Princess Diana exploring how these women threatened the established order and led each Elizabeth to the closest moments of crisis in their respective reigns ultimately forcing both to step forward" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9Zv2YWGB520) 2025-11-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements "The Biggest Transformation In British Home History: The 1950s Kitchens The 1950s kitchen was ground zero for a revolution Discover how brilliant inventions like the twin tub washing machine the Kenwood Chef Formica surfaces and Teflon non-stick pans transformed British homes. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor Janega Tristan Hughes Mary Beard Matt Lewis" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ByCKDZN1Gy0) 2025-11-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 134.6K engagements "The North Norfolk Coast: A History Of England In [--] Walks Uncover the surprising history of North Norfolk England's quietest coast. This documentary explores how the region despite the arrival of the Royal Family (Edward VII) and new railway lines managed to avoid the mass development that transformed other seaside resorts like Brighton during the Victorian era. Discover the powerful landowners and conservationists who fought to keep this area unspoiled. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SucwMOymLu8) 2025-11-22T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 23.2K engagements "Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II: The Astonishing Parallels Between Two Legendary Figures The Two Elizabeths: Separated by [---] years Queen Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II lived vastly different lives yet faced identical struggles for the throne love and public respect. Discover the astonishing parallels between the Tudor dynasty's greatest queen and Britain's longest-reigning monarch. From their traumatic childhoods as royal outsiders and their choice between duty vs. love (Robert Dudley and Prince Philip) to their mastery of propaganda (Tudor portraits and Royal television) which queen truly secured" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FDR0OetN9Wc) 2025-11-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "How Britain Reinvented Itself During The 1950s Explore how scientific innovation transformed post-war Britain in the 1950s focusing on the dramatic key breakthroughs primarily from the petrochemical industry which introduced revolutionary products like nylon and polyester the aerosol spray the transistor and vinyl records. These inventions provided youth with unprecedented economic power personal style and a soundtrack of rock and roll played on the newly amplified electric guitar fundamentally dividing the generations and defining modern British culture. From The House The 50s Built Series" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LI4WcLrhV7U) 2025-11-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 18K engagements "Walking St. Cuthbert's Way: The Dark Ages Kingdom Of Northumbria Journey with us as we walk the historic St. Cuthbert's Way through the stunning Scottish Borders and Northumbria tracing the footsteps of the famous Anglo-Saxon monk St. Cuthbert. In the turbulent war-torn Dark Ages the powerful kingdom of Northumbria was fiercely pagan. But a radical group of Irish monks led by the charismatic Cuthbert succeeded in changing the region's soul forever. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jm-BIXN88C0) 2025-11-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.1K engagements "The Dark Side Of The French Renaissance: Building The Chteau De Chambord The Chteau de Chambord a massive Renaissance masterpiece in the Loire Valley was the ambitious dream of King Francis I influenced by the genius of Leonardo da Vinci. Despite facing monumental challengesincluding building on marshy land staggering costs and engineering feats like the double-helix staircasethe project continued for decades eventually becoming a symbol of French power even though the King only spent a short time there before his death. From Chambord The Leonardo Da Vinci Mystery You can now become a History" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PCBkh4Fsxp4) 2025-11-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.7K engagements "From Austerity To Affluence: The British Home Revolution Of The 1950s The British living room was completely transformed during the 1950s moving from post-war austerity and drabness (dark colors old furniture sooty fireplaces) to modern affluence and vibrant design. This revolution was driven by new petrochemical-based materials like PVA paint foam cushioning and nylon carpet which along with the introduction of the television and the DIY revolution made homes brighter cleaner more comfortable and a hub for family life and entertaining. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=maR3azX7tIU) 2025-11-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 90.7K engagements "Leeds & Liverpool Canal: Walking The 127-Mile Backbone Of Industrial Britain Follow a historical walk along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Britain's longest canal detailing its construction in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Built to connect the port of Liverpool with inland industrial centers it became a vital artery for the region's economy driving the success of industries like shipping textiles and food manufacturing. Crucially the canal provided Liverpool with access to Wigan's coalfields transforming both the city's growth and Lancashire's landscape into an industrial powerhouse a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Xer-76MBaQQ) 2025-11-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 45.3K engagements "The Lost [----] Years Of Hieroglyphs: Decoding Ancient Egypt's Secret Language Take an in-depth look at the decipherment of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs focusing on the Rosetta Stone and the pivotal race between scholars Jean-Franois Champollion and Thomas Young in the early 19th century. The film which includes special access to a British Museum exhibition explains how the stone's trilingual text (hieroglyphic Demotic and Greek) provided the key to unlocking [----] years of Egyptian history highlighting that the quest to understand the ancient language actually began centuries earlier with the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=opD4O1gBuzA) 2025-11-07T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "How The 1950s Shaped The History Of Britain Explore how science and technology completely transformed 1950s Britain taking it from the bleakness of post-war austerity to an era of modern affluence and optimism. Going into the revolution that started in the home from the rise of chemical fertilizers like "National Grow" replacing horse manure in the garden to the creation of toxic-but-popular pesticides. We uncover the social impact of new inventions including the iconic Triumph Thunderbird superbike and the first affordable family cars which provided a taste of freedom and fueled the new" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=fS1XRzW0VM0) 2025-11-02T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Cornwalls Criminal Past: Walking Through The Smuggling Routes Join us for a journey along the stunning Cornish coast to uncover the incredible true story of smuggling an illicit industry so vast it threatened to bankrupt the British Empire. We trace the routes of 18th and 19th-century smugglers from struggling pilchard fishermen to notorious figures like Zephaniah Job the smuggler's banker who orchestrated fortunes amidst massive tax hikes. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rnMTHcHmqgI) 2025-11-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.3K engagements "Who Were The Real Life Peaky Blinders The Brutal Truth Of Birmingham Gangs Go beyond the fiction and discover the brutal truth of the Peaky Blinders. Historian Carl Chinn takes us onto the backstreets of Birmingham to reveal the real story of the most notorious gangs in British history. The hit TV show is set in the 1920s but the true Peaky Blinders ruled the city decades earlier in the late Victorian era. Today we debunk the most famous myth and explores the harsh reality of life in the slums where the gangs emerged. From Who Were The Real Peaky Blinders Series [--] Episode [--] You can now" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mC0So69AUSk) 2025-10-31T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 11.2K engagements "Vikings Beyond The Raid: A History Of The Northmen Today we dive into the full chronological history of the Vikings moving beyond the early semi-mythical raiders to explore the later Christian Northmen. The conversation uncovers the multiple factors behind the "explosion" of Viking activity in the early medieval period including technological advances in shipbuilding and the lure of wealthy undefended trading ports while addressing (but not dismissing) traditional theories of overpopulation. From Who Were The Real Northmen Of Scandinavia Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SkhWyEi9hY0) 2025-10-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements "Forgotten Forts: A 54-Mile Journey Through The Lake District Join a 54-mile epic journey across Britain's highest fells to uncover the forgotten history of Roman Britannia's northernmost outpost. The Lake District now a walker's paradise was once the toughest military challenge for Rome taking three decades to conquer. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vK2hT7iVTec) 2025-10-25T21:00Z 79.5K followers, 35.8K engagements Limited data mode. 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"Eleanor Janega's Exploring the Medieval Afterlife Best History Documentaries Dr. Eleanor Janega visits the ruins of Byland Abbey to explore some of the most terrifying stories to survive the medieval period. The [--] ghostly tales written by a monk on the blank back pages of a religious manuscript share traits with our own modern ghost stories but we learn that medieval perceptions of ghosts may be very different to our own. In the Canterbury Cathedral Eleanor investigates how the church uses ghost stories for political gain and reinforces religious values especially with stories of purgatory."
YouTube Link 2025-04-11T17:00Z 79.3K followers, 203.8K engagements
"The Biggest Transformation In British Home History: The 1950s Kitchens The 1950s kitchen was ground zero for a revolution Discover how brilliant inventions like the twin tub washing machine the Kenwood Chef Formica surfaces and Teflon non-stick pans transformed British homes. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor Janega Tristan Hughes Mary Beard Matt Lewis"
YouTube Link 2025-11-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 134.6K engagements
"Surviving Sobibor: How I Escaped The Massacre Of [----] Children Best History Documentaries George Mueller and Steen Metz tell their holocaust survival stories from when they were put in concentration camps as just young children. George and his sister Ursula were two of the five children who survived the massacre of over a thousand children in Sobibor. From Stories of Survival Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #StoriesOfSurvival history hit"
YouTube Link 2025-05-16T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 482.6K engagements
"Cold Case: How The Ninth Legion Vanished The Ninth: Mystery of the Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] In the early 2nd century AD an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiersthe Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana)vanished from the historical record without a trace. This documentary explores their journey from Julius Caesars elite fighting force to their eventual disappearance in the wilds of Roman Britain. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 165.8K engagements
"The North Norfolk Coast: A History Of England In [--] Walks Uncover the surprising history of North Norfolk England's quietest coast. This documentary explores how the region despite the arrival of the Royal Family (Edward VII) and new railway lines managed to avoid the mass development that transformed other seaside resorts like Brighton during the Victorian era. Discover the powerful landowners and conservationists who fought to keep this area unspoiled. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 23.2K engagements
"Dan Snow's In Search of the Great Viking Army Best History Documentaries Join historian Dan Snow as he embarks on a thrilling journey to uncover the true story of the Great Viking Army that arrived in England in [---] ADnot just to raid but to conquer. This gripping documentary combines expert analysis cutting-edge archaeology and breathtaking locations to bring the Viking Age to life. Watch now and step into the world of the legendary Great Heathen Army This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T22:00Z 79.3K followers, 387K engagements
"King John: Walking Through The History Behind England's Most Controversial Monarch From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a 70-mile journey through the ancient landscapes of Sherwood Forest and the Peak District as we track the rise and fall of Englands most controversial monarch: King John. Often portrayed as the cartoon villain of the Robin Hood legends the real John was a complex energetic and ruthless administrator who turned his kingdom into a business to fund his obsession with reclaiming Normandy. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 54.9K engagements
"American Revolution: The Boston Tea Party & Colonial Protest In [----] a group of colonists in Boston took dramatic action against British rule destroying an enormous cargo of tea. This documentary traces the roots of the Boston Tea Party across three continents from the financial collapse of the East India Company in London and a famine in Bengal to the political crisis in Massachusetts over taxation without representation. Discover the high-stakes confrontation between Governor Thomas Hutchinson and the Sons of Liberty that culminated in this act of defiance which ultimately ignited the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.9K engagements
"Tour Of The Jane Austen House With Lucy Worsley Lucy Worsley explores the final residence of Jane Austen the house where she passed away from an unknown illness. Alongside Dan Snow learn about Jane Austen's life her marriage proposals her small writing desk and her enduring legacy. 0:12 - The Importance of Jane Austen's House 5:08 - The Secret Room Where Austen Wrote Her Novels 10:12 - Inside Jane Austen's Bedroom & Her Mysterious Death 17:39 - The Wild Youth of Jane Austen: Parties & Hangovers 21:20 - How Jane Austen Became A Feminist Trailblazer 24:01 - What Was Jane Austen Really Like From"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T20:00Z 79.3K followers, 307.6K engagements
"Leeds & Liverpool Canal: Walking The 127-Mile Backbone Of Industrial Britain Follow a historical walk along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Britain's longest canal detailing its construction in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Built to connect the port of Liverpool with inland industrial centers it became a vital artery for the region's economy driving the success of industries like shipping textiles and food manufacturing. Crucially the canal provided Liverpool with access to Wigan's coalfields transforming both the city's growth and Lancashire's landscape into an industrial powerhouse a"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 45.3K engagements
"Dan Jones Explains How The Knights Templar Managed Their Global Empire Bestselling historian Dan Jones joins us to discuss the true story of the Knights Templar. Discover the Templars' origins as a small 'roadside rescue service' protecting pilgrims in the dangerous Holy Land. We explore the paradox of the warrior-monks their rise to become a tax-exempt international financial powerhouse and the political showdown with King Philip IV of France that led to their brutal and sudden downfall. Did they have a secret treasure What about the Holy Grail Dan separates the historical fact from the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 77.7K engagements
"Macbeth Of Scotland: The Real King Before Shakespeare's Play From The Real Macbeth Series [--] Episode [--] The Shakespearean villain Macbeth is famous for ambition and murder. But the historical King Macbeth of Scotland was a far different man. This documentary digs into the archaeological and written evidence to separate the fact from the fiction revealing how Macbeth was actually a popular successful king who reigned for [--] years. Discover the Celtic inheritance laws that justified his taking of the throne from King Duncan the true story behind the battle with the Norsemen and why Shakespeare"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 52.7K engagements
"Walking St. Cuthbert's Way: The Dark Ages Kingdom Of Northumbria Journey with us as we walk the historic St. Cuthbert's Way through the stunning Scottish Borders and Northumbria tracing the footsteps of the famous Anglo-Saxon monk St. Cuthbert. In the turbulent war-torn Dark Ages the powerful kingdom of Northumbria was fiercely pagan. But a radical group of Irish monks led by the charismatic Cuthbert succeeded in changing the region's soul forever. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.1K engagements
"Forgotten Forts: A 54-Mile Journey Through The Lake District Join a 54-mile epic journey across Britain's highest fells to uncover the forgotten history of Roman Britannia's northernmost outpost. The Lake District now a walker's paradise was once the toughest military challenge for Rome taking three decades to conquer. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T21:00Z 79.5K followers, 35.8K engagements
"Mary Beard Explores The Insane Diversity Of The Roman Empire The Roman Empire's strength lay in its ability to assimilate diverse groups not in enforcing cultural uniformity. Mary Beard explores how people from across the empire including a mixed-race woman in York and a man of Syrian origin in Britain became Roman citizens. She highlights the empire's innovative approach to citizenship which was extended as a gift to local elites and soldiers regardless of their origin allowing individuals like Quintus Lollius Urbicus from a small Algerian town to rise to the highest echelons of power. From"
YouTube Link 2025-09-26T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 96.3K engagements
"The Most Detailed Look At A Roman Fort's End: Vindolanda's Dig From Vindolanda Unearthed Series [--] Episode [--] Join the archaeologists at Vindolanda near Hadrian's Wall for an exciting look back at their [----] excavation season revealing centuries of layered history from the late Roman era into the early medieval period. Discover the remains of an officers' clubhouse which yielded stunning artifacts like a griffin-foot ornament and a tile bearing a delightful dog paw print alongside the outlines of post-Roman churches and a 4th-century cavalry barrack with its military gear. The team's deeper"
YouTube Link 2025-10-10T21:00Z 51.4K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Dan Snow Explores Norman Abbeys Of The North Best History Documentaries Dan Snow's walk leads him north to areas that were devastated by the Normans following the Invasion. Yorkshire was completely transformed coming under the control of lords monks and kings. The conquered landscape became the site for abbeys and monasteries which in turn transformed the communities politics and religion. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary"
YouTube Link 2025-05-02T17:00Z 49K followers, 85.5K engagements
"D-Day: The Soldier's Story Episode [--] Best History Documentaries Join historian Giles Milton in the gripping second episode of "D-Day: The Soldier's Story" as he delves deeper into the brutal realities of June [--] [----]. This episode puts you on the ground revealing the perspective of the soldiers who participated in the biggest seaborne invasion in history. We hear the astonishing often harrowing accounts of individual soldiers who faced unimaginable odds. From the bloody shores of Omaha to the fierce inland fighting witness the moments where bravery was tested to its absolute limit. From D-Day:"
YouTube Link 2025-06-06T21:00Z 13.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Boudica: Death to Rome Best History Documentaries In [--] AD one of the largest revolts in British history erupted led by the fierce and legendary warrior queen Boudica. As the Roman Empire expanded its reach across Britain tensions escalated culminating in a brutal uprising against Roman rule. Boudica the queen of the Iceni took up arms after the Romans violated her people seizing their lands brutalizing her daughters and defying her late husband's will. Enraged and determined she united various British tribes leading a massive insurrection that left key Roman settlements including Colchester"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T22:00Z 36.4K followers, 14.3K engagements
"Edwardian Life's Horrors and Luxuries Explore Edwardian Britain's history from the Titanic's luxurious cabins to its scorching boiler rooms. This documentary uncovers the real stories of the working class including Arthur Priest the "unsinkable" ship's fireman who survived multiple disasters and Nelly Barber a lady's maid who also escaped the Titanic's sinking. We reveal the stark class divisions that defined one of Britain's most fascinating eras. The film also tells the powerful story of Walter Tull Britain's first black professional outfield footballer and his brother Edward who both"
YouTube Link 2025-08-31T21:00Z 41.8K followers, 24.8K engagements
"Tutankhamun: A Century of Discovery Best History Documentaries Dan Snow travels to Egypt to get a closer look at Tutankhamun's crypt an incredible archaeological discovery like no other. This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #Tutankhamun"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T22:00Z [--] followers, [---] engagements
"Digging Up The Remains Of The Last British Romans With Dan Snow Best History Documentaries Dan Snow visits the extraordinary discovery unearthed by archaeologists working alongside the HS2 rail project. The find made at an undisclosed location near Wendover in the Chilterns consists of a 5th-6th century burial site that has been described as one of the most important post-Roman early medieval discoveries of our lifetime. Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit"
YouTube Link 2025-04-04T17:00Z 11.4K followers, 80.1K engagements
"Where Did The 53-Meter Cheeky Chalk Man Come From Join Dr Alice Roberts in Digging for Britain revealing a lost Roman town the Cerne Abbas Giant's true age and a WWII crash site. Watch this full episode where archaeologists explore incredible sites across the West of the UK. A huge previously unknown Roman settlement linked to the lead mining industry is unearthed in the Mendip Hills with finds including stunning brooches and coins from the reigns of Domitian and Constantine. In Dorset scientific dating finally solves the mystery of when the Cerne Abbas Giant was created revealing its"
YouTube Link 2025-08-10T21:00Z 36.4K followers, 78.7K engagements
"Why Was The Greek Civil War A Turning Point In History In the years following World War II the Soviet Union sought to expand its influence across Europe backing communist groups in several countries. In Greece this led to a brutal civil war as a communist-led rebellion supported by neighboring Soviet satellite states attempted to overthrow the Greek government. From The Greek Civil War You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like"
YouTube Link 2025-10-04T21:00Z 49.6K followers, [---] engagements
"Edwardian England's Female Baldness Problem & Dangerous Beauty Tools Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb examines the introduction of electricity to Edwardian society in England highlighting the hidden dangers posed by hairbrushes electromagnetic shocks and faulty electrical grids. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #HiddenKillers"
YouTube Link 2025-05-11T21:00Z 13.3K followers, 64.5K engagements
"Ernest Shackleton's Extraordinary Life With Dan Snow & Ranulph Fiennes In this fascinating interview Dan Snow chats to the world's greatest living explorer Sir Ranulph Fiennes about Ernest Shackleton and his heroic expeditions during the Golden Age of Antarctic Exploration. Ranulph Fiennes reflects on Ernest Shackletons extraordinary resilience leadership and ability to keep his men motivated through extreme polar hardships despite repeatedly failing to meet his original goals. Fiennes compares his own polar expeditions - facing similar dangers without modern technology - and highlights the"
YouTube Link 2025-07-27T20:00Z 23.1K followers, [---] engagements
"The Story of Themistocles: The Most Ambitious Political Rise in Athenian Democracy From Themistocles VI Century BC Series [--] Episode [--] Dive into the incredible rise of Themistocles an ancient Greek politician and military governor who defied aristocratic norms to become a champion of Athens' lesser classes and an early advocate for its democracy. Discover how his fiercely debated left-leaning vision to massively expand the Athenian navy led to a bitter political rivalry with the conservative Aristidesa rivalry fueled not just by military strategy but also a personal grievance over a young"
YouTube Link 2025-10-11T21:00Z 51K followers, [---] engagements
"Dan Snow Explores William The Conqueror Arrival In Pevensey Castle Best History Documentaries Dan Snow explores the Welsh shoreline near Pevensey Castle where the Duke of Normandy landed. He then travels to Hastings the site of the Battle of Hastings a pivotal moment in British history depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #DanSnowsNormanWalks"
YouTube Link 2025-04-18T17:00Z [----] followers, 35K engagements
"Tony Robinson Does The Worst Jobs Of The Middle Ages Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson revisits the first millennium a time of successive waves of immigrants to Britain each bringing with them employment opportunities. Tony explores medieval medicine by wearing a worm necklace to heal a sore throat. He performs important jobs like fulling wool barefoot in urine collecting blood-sucking leeches and slowly building cathedrals. This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit"
YouTube Link 2025-03-30T17:00Z [---] followers, [---] engagements
"The Last Traces: Digging Up The Band of Brothers' Secret Camp From Uncovering The Band of Brothers Series [--] Episode [--] During WWII millions of American soldiers staged in the UK with the quiet country lanes of Wiltshire becoming a temporary home and training groundan event sometimes called the "friendly invasion." This video follows a group of archaeologists and military veterans from Operation Nightingale who are excavating a football pitch in the idyllic village of Aldbourne which was once a temporary "shanty town" base for the legendary 101st Airborne Division Easy Company: the "Band of"
YouTube Link 2025-10-12T21:00Z 51.4K followers, [---] engagements
"Suzannah Lipscomb's Hidden Killers: Poison Baths And Exploding Pipes Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb examines the unexpected dangers that lurked in Victorian London. The demand for exquisite items was high and the price paid was not only monetary; at times it even cost lives. Watch the full episode to discover the hidden killers like bathtubs celluloid stairs and rat poison. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit"
YouTube Link 2025-05-04T21:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tudor England's Eroding Dangers: Syphilis Sugar And Mercury Best History Documentaries Suzannah Lipscomb investigates the harsh and unusual deaths of the Tudor period revealing seemingly harmless inventions such as chimneys sugar and washing clothes as deadly traps. The treatment for syphilis utilising mercury exacerbates the condition and leads to mercury poisoning. From Hidden Killers Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #HiddenKillers"
YouTube Link 2025-05-18T21:00Z 10.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The Creation Of NATO Explained Under [--] Minutes As the Soviet Union expands its influence in Eastern and Central Europe the threat of an attack on the remaining free nations of the continent looms large. To counter this representatives from Western Europe meet with the U.S. Secretary of State to create the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The pact signed by [--] nations states that an attack on one member is an attack on all uniting their armed forces and providing access to American military technology. This move is seen as a threat by the USSR which in response creates its own"
YouTube Link 2025-09-27T21:00Z 47.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Tony Robinson Explores The Ancient Roman Empire In Britain Roman Britain wasn't just about emperors and legions; it was a melting pot of ordinary people with extraordinary lives. This documentary uncovers the forgotten stories of the everyday individuals who built Roman Britain from the ground up. We follow an African soldier named Marcus sent [----] miles to do guard duty on Hadrian's Wall; a Gallic slave girl Fortunata sold for a fortune in Londinium; a celebrity couple of Lucius the gladiator and Veracunda the actress; and a native craftsman Boduanus who navigated the new Roman world on his"
YouTube Link 2025-08-24T21:00Z 32K followers, [----] engagements
"Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle: Imphal VS Kohima One of the lesser known battles of World War Two was fought around Imphal and the neighbouring village of Kohima in Nagaland north-east India in [----]. The Battles of Imphal and Kohima was a crucial turning point in the attempted Japanese invasion of India during World War Two. By October [----] Singapore Hong Kong Malaysia and Burma had all fallen to the Japanese; the Imperial army looked unbeatable. Yet it was then when morale was at its lowest that the new British commander Bill Slim set about reforming and rebuilding the Anglo-Indian British"
YouTube Link 2025-06-29T21:00Z 19.9K followers, 60.8K engagements
"Tony Robinson Does The Worst Urban Jobs In History Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson tests out the worst urban jobs of history in London including putting on a 19th-century firefighter helmet and climbing a tall tower with a ladder. Discover the world of link-boys women fighters fur stomping and other dangerous professions. From Tony Robinson's Worst Jobs In History Series [--] Episode [--] This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheWorstJobsInHistory"
YouTube Link 2025-07-04T21:00Z 18.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Blenheim Palace: The Tour Of A Palace Built By War An insightful tour of Blenheim Palace a stunning example of English Baroque architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Built for John Churchill the first Duke of Marlborough to celebrate his military victories it has been home to the Churchill family for [---] years. The tour explores its opulent interiors including a library with [-----] volumes and a room adorned with tapestries celebrating the Duke's most famous victory the Battle of Blenheim. The palace also holds a wealth of historical documents in its archives such as a bar bill used as"
YouTube Link 2025-09-28T21:00Z 51.4K followers, 99K engagements
"Before And After: Abandoned Boat Wrecks Of The River Dart Best History Documentaries In this stunning documentary historian and archaeologist Dr Sam Willis travels along the River Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth to explore the wreckage of ships of our maritime past. In [----] a survey around the UK identified [---] different assemblages of hulks remains of craft. These included paddle ships ferries steamboats sail ships submarines and fishing boats. From Ghost Ships: Forgotten Wrecks of the River Dart Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries"
YouTube Link 2025-05-23T21:00Z 11K followers, [---] engagements
"How Farming Became The Real Foundation Of Civilization Since ancient times agriculture has been a cornerstone of human civilization. From the Sumerians in Mesopotamia who cultivated barley and wheat to the Egyptians who terraformed the Nile River farming has not only provided sustenance but also shaped culture literature and technology. The invention of the plow and the development of early writing systems were direct results of agricultural needs. However living so closely with animals and the land also brought challenges such as disease. The Egyptians in particular pioneered innovative"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T21:00Z 45.3K followers, [---] engagements
"The Theft Of Alexander The Great's Tomb Best History Documentaries It remains one of the most successful and significant thefts in history. In late [---] BC a carefully constructed plot was put into operation that would spark years of bloody conflict between rival warlords. The target of the operation was Alexander the Greats elaborate funeral carriage (designed as a miniature mobile temple adorned with gold) and the conquerors talismanic corpse housed within. In this documentary Dr. Chris Naunton and Tristan Hughes discuss the events of this great heist in antiquity. From Alexander the Great:"
YouTube Link 2025-05-30T21:00Z 12K followers, [----] engagements
"How Ancient Rome Became The Biggest Empire In History Everyone knows about Roman roads and aqueducts but what's the story behind them We follow the trails of goods money and people from the vast olive oil plantations of Spain to the lucrative silver mines that funded the empire. Discover how the Romans created a joined-up world connecting distant lands and people in a way that laid the groundwork for modern globalization. From Rome Empire Without Limit Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to"
YouTube Link 2025-09-19T21:00Z 45.3K followers, [----] engagements
"Former Anti-Communist Spy Paid Only $1200 After [--] years Tony Robinson's Time Travels Tony Robinson travels through time to uncover bizarre and amazing stories ranging from Australian conspiracies anti-communist spies and an on-boat-lucky-goat. Watch this full episode to learn more about the sordid secret history of Australias segregated soldiers and their internal mutiny. From Tony Robinson's Travel Time Travels Season [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary"
YouTube Link 2025-04-20T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Archaeologists Test Ancient Roman Bones Best History Documentaries Colchester Museums have been working with archaeologists and specialists to decode the hidden stories of [--] of Colchesters earliest inhabitants. Through new scientific research techniques they have reconstructed the identity and lives of these people: where they came from in the empire what illnesses they lived with and how they were cremated at their funerals. Decoding the Roman Dead is an exhibition that explores the results of new scientific analysis and archaeological research into Colchester Museums Roman cremation"
YouTube Link 2025-07-13T20:00Z 19.9K followers, 14K engagements
"Real Love Story From 1950's Post-War Nurse Discover 1950s Britain's history from the bottom up exploring the real lives of its ordinary people. In this history documentary Tony Robinson uncovers the stories of those who rebuilt the nation after the Second World War. From Mary a young Irish nurse joining the brand-new NHS and John a war hero working as a rag and bone man to Doreen a working-class mother embracing the new age of consumerism. These are the forgotten tales of post-war optimism and struggle. This episode also follows Roy a former POW who finds gruelling work in the Ford Dagenham"
YouTube Link 2025-09-14T21:00Z 44K followers, [---] engagements
"Gold Miner Rebels Murdered By Trooper Police Tony Robinson's Time Travels Tony Robinson travels through time to uncover rebel forces the immortal aboriginee resistance fighter against Australian settlers the first woman to achieve the woman vote Kate Sheppard and the gold miners who fought against the expensive licenses forced upon them. From Tony Robinson's Travel Time Travels Season [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit"
YouTube Link 2025-04-27T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The Ultimate Anglo-Saxon Warrior Revealed: Bamburgh's Secrets A story of bloodshed tribal rivalries and a warrior class obsessed with and defined by the battlefield has emerged from the discovery of a burial site at Bamburgh Castle. What can the latest archaeological work tell us about the history of Bamburgh of the people who lived and fought at the castle and the wider religious and political make-up of Anglo-Saxon Britain From Anglo-Saxon Burial at Bamburgh Castle Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to"
YouTube Link 2025-06-20T21:00Z 16.2K followers, 17.6K engagements
"How Ordinary Civilians Built Medieval Britain Explore the fascinating lives of ordinary people from medieval Britain delving into the daily routines and remarkable stories of individuals often overlooked by traditional history. From a "gong farmer" who dealt with the city's waste to a rebellious nun who faked her own death you'll discover the unusual careers and surprising challenges of the past. The episode also highlights a jester who used his unique talent to become a celebrity and an ambitious armorer who climbed the social ladder. Finally you'll learn about a female textile worker who"
YouTube Link 2025-09-21T21:00Z 45.9K followers, [----] engagements
"1980's Largest Refugee Crisis: The Soviet-Afghan War The Soviet-Afghan War created the world's largest refugee crisis by [----] a brutal Cold War conflict between the Soviet Red Army and the US-backed Mujahideen. This documentary explores the devastating proxy war that raged across the mountains of Afghanistan driving millions to flee their homes and turning idyllic towns into rubble-strewn battlegrounds. The conflict became a front line in the renewed tensions between East and West setting the stage for decades of instability. Through archival footage and firsthand accounts we witness the"
YouTube Link 2025-09-13T21:00Z 43.3K followers, [---] engagements
"BBC's Tutankhamun: Life Death And Legacy Episode [--] Join us in Episode [--] of "Tutankhamun: Life Death And Legacy" as we delve deeper into the astonishing reign and mysterious demise of the Boy King. What truly happened to Tutankhamun Was it a natural death or did something far more sinister play a role in his early passing In this episode we meticulously examine the latest archaeological findings and historical theories surrounding Tutankhamun's death shedding new light on one of ancient Egypt's most enduring puzzles. We also transport you back to the thrilling moment of the tomb's discovery in"
YouTube Link 2025-06-15T21:01Z 14.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Was There A Greater Naval Captain Than Captain Cook Captain James Cook is one of the greatest maritime navigators in history. Born in [----] to a Scottish father and English mother Cook grew up in Yorkshire and soon developed a great fascination with the sea and exploration. In [----] Cook joined the merchant shipping industry when he moved to the nearby port town of Whitby. He remained working on trading ships for a few years and soon progressed through the ranks. Having already proven himself an able sailor Cook joined the Royal Navy in [----]. He fought in the Seven Years War during which he"
YouTube Link 2025-07-11T20:00Z 19.2K followers, [---] engagements
"Victorian Fossil Hunter's Stolen Fame Born in Lyme Regis in [----] Mary Anning was a pioneering palaeontologist and fossil collector who's story continues to inspire so many scientists to this day. Her work was often misrepresented in museums in the name of men but her detailed drawings and incredible finds live on to this day. In this documentary Dr. Anjana Khatwa Dr Liz Hide David Tucker and Anya Pearson explore Anning's life and legacy. From History Hit's Mary Anning: The Secret Fossil Hunter Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to"
YouTube Link 2025-06-27T21:01Z 16.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The Rise And Fall Of An Empire: Rome's Final Chapter For over a millennium the Roman Empire was the center of a vast connected and culturally diverse world. But its collapse remains one of history's great puzzles with theories ranging from economic problems and internal conflict to external invasions and moral decay. This is a journey through the empire's final centuries exploring the factors that led to its transformation. From the construction of Hadrian's Wall a symbol of a new finite empire to the chaotic rule of emperors raised on the frontiers we uncover how power shifted away from"
YouTube Link 2025-10-03T21:01Z 51.4K followers, 12.9K engagements
"The Ryedale Hoard: Solving Roman Yorkshire's Biggest Riddle From The Ryedale Hoard: Yorkshire's Roman Mystery Series [--] Episode [--] Explore the incredible Ryedale Hoard one of Roman Yorkshire's most significant finds with this exclusive access to the stunning bronze objects now on display at the Yorkshire Museum. Unearthed by metal detectorists the hoard includes a spectacular scepter head bust of Emperor Marcus Aurelius and a detailed statuette of the god Mars. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to"
YouTube Link 2025-10-17T21:00Z 52.4K followers, 15.1K engagements
"Exploring The Biggest Naval Battle Of The Napoleonic Wars During the Napoleonic Wars the Royal Navy Britain's most advanced and efficient naval force relied on an immense industrial infrastructure and a massive workforce of over [------] men. Many of these sailors were volunteers drawn by the promise of adventure but a significant number were forcibly conscripted through the press gang system. The video explores the daily life of a naval recruit from their initial processing at sprawling dockyards like the one in Chatham to the rigorous on-the-job training required to sail a warship. From Life"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T21:00Z 52.9K followers, 12.4K engagements
"Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn's Passionate Love Affair The love story of Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn changed England forever. This documentary explores their passionate seven-year courtship that led a king to defy the Pope. Historian Dr. Suzannah Lipscomb uncovers the real people behind the myths revealing a young handsome and charismatic Henry VIII tormented by his failure to produce a male heir and a sophisticated pious and ambitious Anne Boleyn freshly returned from the courts of Europe. Following in their footsteps from Annes childhood home at Hever Castle to the corridors of Hampton Court Dr."
YouTube Link 2025-09-05T21:00Z 66.8K followers, 30.1K engagements
"D-Day: The Soldier's Story Episode [--] Best History Documentaries Uncover the raw unfiltered truth of D-Day through the eyes of those who lived it. In "D-Day: The Soldiers' Story" Giles Milton brings to life the gripping often harrowing and ultimately triumphant personal accounts of the Allied soldiers who stormed the beaches of Normandy on June [--] [----]. Drawing on meticulous research and previously unheard testimonies this powerful narrative goes beyond the well-known historical facts to reveal the human cost and extraordinary bravery of the largest seaborne invasion in history. From the chaos"
YouTube Link 2025-06-06T21:00Z 74.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Hunt For King Henry VIII's Lost Treasures Under A London Park Watch this full episode where Tony Robinson's Time Team searches for Henry VIII's Greenwich Tiltyard and Royal Armoury the epicentre of Tudor jousting and pageantry. Tony Robinson and the team have just three days to locate the spectacular tournament ground and the industrial workshops that produced the king's magnificent suits of armour. Using clues from a 16th-century drawing by Anthonis van den Wyngaerde and historical accounts they dig on the pristine lawns of Greenwich to uncover the lost world of one of England's most famous"
YouTube Link 2025-08-15T21:00Z 58.6K followers, 123.7K engagements
"Proof Of The Roman Road In Bath Watch this full episode of Time Team as they investigate a Roman cemetery and the lost Fosse Way in Roman Bath right next to the famous Royal Crescent. Tony Robinson Phil Harding and Mick Aston initially search for Roman sarcophagi behind the Crescent but instead uncover a substantial Roman building. The team assisted by Romanist Guy de la Bdoyre discovers this was not a mausoleum but a workshop part of the expanding Roman suburbs. The biggest surprise comes from in front of the Crescent where they unearth a major Roman road with skeletons buried alongside it"
YouTube Link 2025-08-17T21:00Z 63.7K followers, 32.1K engagements
"Lost Lives of Pompeii Best History Documentaries Tristan Hughes visits Pompeii to explore its remarkable archaeology and the invaluable insights it offers about this ancient Roman town. The vibrant murals uncover the lives of its residents showcasing stories of brothels gladiators and perspicacious landowners in a community buried by the volcanic eruption. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #LostLivesofPompeii"
YouTube Link 2025-03-28T18:00Z 52.9K followers, 236.2K engagements
"The Real King Arthur: Knights Of The Round Table Excalibur & Dragons Best History Documentaries Matt Lewis explores the real stories of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table to determine whether they are myths or historical accounts. While Arthur may not have fought a dragon with Excalibur could there have been a powerful king named Arthur in Britain This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #KingArthurLegendandLegacy"
YouTube Link 2025-04-13T17:00Z 60.2K followers, 54K engagements
"The Origins Of The [--] Deadly Sins With Medieval Historian Eleanor Janega Medievalist Eleanor Janega takes a deep historical dive into the [--] Deadly Sins. When did they begin what's the worst sin and should we be so anxious about our vices And who decided what was evil anyway Joined by Dr Rachel Stone an expert in medieval morality and Dr Joost Joustra curator of Sin and Art at the National Gallery they delve into the circles of Hell to find those answers. From The Seven Deadly Sins With Eleanor Janega Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any"
YouTube Link 2025-06-22T21:00Z 64K followers, 185.9K engagements
"Britain's Real Monarchs & The Tainted Legacy Of King Edward IV Did a medieval secret invalidate the British monarchy Historians uncover compelling archival evidence suggesting King Edward IV was illegitimate. If true this single flaw breaks the royal line meaning every subsequent monarchfrom Henry VII and Elizabeth I to the House of Windsorhas ruled without a true claim to the throne. Follow the explosive genealogical quest to trace the real line of succession from the Plantagenets who were ruthlessly wiped out through centuries of turbulent history to discover the person alive today who"
YouTube Link 2026-01-02T22:00Z 69.7K followers, [----] engagements
"Archeologist Discover 5000-Year-Old Drum Linked To Stonehenge Best History Documentaries Tristan Hughes visits The British Museum to view a new archaeological discovery: a chalk drum that was buried with three children approximately [----] years ago. This discovery links various sites across the UK extending from the Orkney Islands to Stonehenge and Yorkshire. Tristian interviews archaeologist Alice Beasley about the cylinder we now know as the Burton Agnes chalk drum and gets to view this incredible piece of art up close. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries"
YouTube Link 2025-04-06T17:00Z 53.3K followers, 32.9K engagements
"The [-----] Coin: Uncovering the Rarest Treasures Of The Royal Mint Museum Explore the 1100-year history of British coinage with exclusive access inside the Royal Mint Museum from the silver pennies of Alfred the Great and the first gold Sovereign to Edward VIII's unissued highly-valuable coins that were locked away for decades revealing how the Monarchy and global trade are forever imprinted on these small powerful pieces of history. From The Treasures of The Royal Mint Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T21:00Z 78.1K followers, 35.2K engagements
"400 Years Of Military Advancement: Plymouth's Island Fortress For generations Drake's Island situated just outside of Plymouth harbour had been owned by the Ministry of Defence. Recently however this island bastion has gone into private ownership. In this documentary Bob King the gatekeeper of Drake's Island gives Dan an exclusive tour of this extremely militarised scrap of land. 0:00 - Welcome to Drake's Island: A Military History 3:28 - From Tudor Towers to Victorian Superguns 8:09 - Inside the Secret Ammunition Tunnels 11:08 - How The Island Survived a 4-Year Siege 15:34 - Exploring"
YouTube Link 2025-08-01T20:00Z 78.5K followers, 21.6K engagements
"Tony Robinson Does The Worst Jobs Of The Dark Ages Best History Documentaries Tony Robinson revisits the first millennium a time of successive waves of immigrants to Britain each bringing with them employment opportunities. Tony experiences the back-breaking work of Roman old mining. He tries ploughing with a wooden Saxon ard and oxen and constructs a wattle and daub Saxon house using the vital ingredient of dung. This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheWorstJobsInHistory"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T22:00Z 76K followers, 17.7K engagements
"Victorian London Treasures Found Underwater Watch Tony Robinson's Time Team investigate Arthur Liberty's lost silk print works in Merton the revolutionary Arts and Crafts factory that produced his famous fabrics. Buried beneath modern London Tony Robinson and the team have just three days to find the remains of the Victorian workshops on the banks of the River Wandle. They must piece together the entire industrial process from dyeing and hand block-printing to the final finishing rediscovering the forgotten skills that made Liberty's designs world-famous. As Phil Harding gets his hands dirty"
YouTube Link 2025-08-16T21:00Z 76.8K followers, [----] engagements
"Surviving Auschwitz: I Was Experimented On Because I Was A Twin (Censored) This remarkable documentary shares the stories of the survivors from one of history's most horrific and inhumane wars. Watch eyewitness accounts of the terrible experiments conducted during Nazi Germany's infamous WW2 concentration camp Auschwitz. Listen to the stories from those few who survived cruel experiments starvation and slavery under Hitler's rule. You can watch the full uncensored version here: https://youtu.be/jMlNxYyBGM4 Depictions and images can be disturbing viewer discretion is advised. From Voices Of"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T21:00Z 76.8K followers, [----] engagements
"The Highest Roman Highway: Walking High Street And The Conquest Of The Fells Join us as we trek across Britain's stunning Lake District to uncover the history the landscape holds tracing the [--] mile route of Roman legionaries. This documentary explores how Rome conquered and controlled the challenging northern frontier from their initial military deployment that overwhelmed the native Brigantes to their strategic infrastructure. We walk the incredible High Street and discover the remote garrison at Hardnot Fort Rome's most exposed outpost. The journey reveals not just military might but also"
YouTube Link 2025-10-19T21:00Z 78.5K followers, 98K engagements
"The Sacred Road To Stonehenge: Uncovering The Forgotten Ritual Journey From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Embark on an epic 45-mile hike through Wiltshire the heart of Britain's prehistoric past to explore the greatest concentration of Neolithic monuments in Europe. This documentary walks you through the last centuries of the Stone Age beginning at the earliest enclosure of Windmill Hill and leading to the massive stone circles of Avebury. We cut through centuries of myths from the fanciful Druid theories of the 18th century to modern-day lay lines while investigating sites"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T21:00Z 79.1K followers, [----] engagements
"The Tragic Real-Life Story Of George Orwell Explained Explore the extraordinary life of Eric Arthur Blair better known by his pen name George Orwell. Born into the "upper-middle-class without money" in colonial India Orwells journey took him from the prestigious halls of Eton College to the humid jungles of Burma as an Imperial Police officer. Disillusioned by the brutality of the British Empire he resigned to live a life of self-imposed poverty in London and Paris seeking to understand the plight of the working class. The film follows his narrow escape from death during the Spanish Civil War"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"How Apollo [--] & The Space Race Changed The Cold War Just [--] years after the first airplane flight Apollo [--] landed humans on the Moon. This documentary explores Project Apollo President Kennedy's monumental commitment to beat the Soviet Union in the Space Race and the unprecedented engineering and national mobilization it required. From the devastating Apollo [--] fire to Neil Armstrong's high-stakes manual landing with [--] seconds of fuel left discover the incredible story of how [------] people achieved the single greatest technological feat in human history. From Apollo 11: How Humans Reached"
YouTube Link 2025-11-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"How Henry VIII Built Britains Ultimate War Machine What did the Tudors really do for us In this documentary we explore how Henry VIII and Elizabeth I transformed England into a global military powerhouse. From the Skevington's gyves torture device to the radical evolution of coastal fortresses like Deal and Southsea witness how the threat of invasion sparked a revolution in engineering. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"400 Years Apart: What Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II Shared Beyond The Crown We draw extraordinary parallels between the reigns of two of Britain's most successful monarchs Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II highlighting how both queens rose from royal obscurity to secure their place in history. This film focuses on the dramatic crises caused by their famous charismatic royal relatives Mary Queen of Scots and Princess Diana exploring how these women threatened the established order and led each Elizabeth to the closest moments of crisis in their respective reigns ultimately forcing both to step forward"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The Tudor Inventions We Can't Live Without: Interior Design Technology & More After [--] years of civil war the Tudor dynasty brought a rare period of domestic peace and unprecedented prosperity to England. This documentary explores how this stability led to a revolution in interior design leisure and technology. From the architectural marvel of Hardwick Hall and the invention of wallpaper to the world's first flushing toilet and the birth of the Stock Exchange we look at how the Tudors transformed everyday life. From What The Tudors And Stuarts Did For Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II: The Astonishing Parallels Between Two Legendary Figures The Two Elizabeths: Separated by [---] years Queen Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II lived vastly different lives yet faced identical struggles for the throne love and public respect. Discover the astonishing parallels between the Tudor dynasty's greatest queen and Britain's longest-reigning monarch. From their traumatic childhoods as royal outsiders and their choice between duty vs. love (Robert Dudley and Prince Philip) to their mastery of propaganda (Tudor portraits and Royal television) which queen truly secured"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"RRS Discovery: The Hunt For Shackleton & Scott's First Polar Ship We visit the RRS Discovery in Dundee the first purpose-built Antarctic survey vessel. Launched in [----] the Discovery took Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their first journey to the frozen continent. We explore the ship's cutting-edge design from its engine room and massive coal stores to the secret behind its preserved wooden hull and compare the stark differences between the officers' quarters and the crew's mess deck during the Heroic Age of Exploration. From RRS Discovery: Aboard the World's First Polar Research"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What Are The Worst Jobs To Have On Christmas Throughout History This documentary explores the surprisingly grueling and often dangerous historical jobs required to create the traditions of Christmas. From Ancient Rome's festival of Saturnalia where slaves served as "puke collectors" to the Medieval era's perilous boar hunting and the punishing work of a cook's assistant making "humble pie." We uncover the risks of the Victorian age including child laborers making dolls and the explosive chemistry of the limelight operator backstage at the pantomime. Finally we witness the brutal cold and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 40.6K engagements
"Mary Beard On The Lessons We Can Still Learn From Ancient Rome In a compelling conversation historian Mary Beard challenges the idea that we can learn direct lessons from Ancient Rome. Instead she argues that the classical world helps us question our own certainties such as what it means to be a citizen. Discover how Romes distinctive incorporate model of empire worked and what domestic details like their public lavatories reveal about the gap between modern life and the Roman Empire's true reality. From Mary Beard on Lessons from Ancient Rome You can now become a History Hit member right"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Lost [----] Years Of Hieroglyphs: Decoding Ancient Egypt's Secret Language Take an in-depth look at the decipherment of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs focusing on the Rosetta Stone and the pivotal race between scholars Jean-Franois Champollion and Thomas Young in the early 19th century. The film which includes special access to a British Museum exhibition explains how the stone's trilingual text (hieroglyphic Demotic and Greek) provided the key to unlocking [----] years of Egyptian history highlighting that the quest to understand the ancient language actually began centuries earlier with the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Churchill's War Room: Inside The British Empire's Secret Cabinets From Secrets of the Churchill War Rooms Series [--] Episode [--] Go inside the Cabinet War Rooms the secret underground headquarters in London where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet directed Britain's efforts throughout World War II. Explore the historic Map Room where U-boat convoys were tracked and intelligence was processed 24/7. Discover the tiny office where Churchill made his most famous radio broadcasts and spoke securely with President Roosevelt on the transatlantic hotline. See the untouched offices maps and even"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Captain Cook: [----] Days To Map The World Before he was the legendary explorer who mapped the Pacific James Cook was a humble farm boy from Yorkshire with a restless spirit. In this documentary we retrace Cooks footsteps from his childhood cottage to the bustling port of Whitby. Discover how a chance encounter in a village shop and an apprenticeship on a "Whitby Cat" coal ship provided the rigorous training he needed to command the Royal Navys most ambitious expeditions. From Captain Cook's Endeavour You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Windsor Castle: An Exclusive Tour Of The Royal Residence Dive into the nearly 1000-year history of Windsor Castle the longest-serving royal palace in Europe. From its origins as a Norman fortress built by William the Conqueror to the lavish Gothic-revival transformation under King George IV this documentary explores how the castle became the spiritual core of the British monarchy. Join us for an exclusive tour inside the State Apartments the magnificent Waterloo Chamber and the rebuilt St. George's Hall discovering the layers of history art and opulence and how much of its medieval appearance"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 421.7K engagements
"Dan Snow On The Second Great Fire of London On December 29th [----] London faced a night of destruction that rivaled the Great Fire of [----]. As the Luftwaffe rained tens of thousands of incendiary bombs upon the "beating heart of the Empire" St Pauls Cathedral stood at the center of a firestorm. This documentary takes you on a tour through the modern streets of London to uncover the scars of the Blitz. From the "Heroes with Grimy Faces" the volunteer firefighters and taxi drivers who fought the flames to the iconic photograph that gave a war-torn nation hope we explore how strategic decisions"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Not Just Jack The Ripper: Murderous Legacy of East London Today the East End of London is a thriving centre of commerce. In the 19th century however it was a maze of dark alleys gas lit courts and foggy wharfs. It was a particularly dangerous place for women a number of whom were murdered at the hands of Jack the Ripper. Dr Julia Laite takes Dan Snow around the East End to tell the story of the Whitechapel Murders. From The Whitechapel Murders: Into the Streets of Victorian London Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to"
YouTube Link 2025-07-20T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 48.2K engagements
"Investigating A 2000-Year-Old Roman Urn In Britain When the Roman military machine swept into Britain nearly [----] years ago it transformed the Iron Age landscape forever. But what was life actually like for the ordinary people caught in the wake of the invasion Join the "Decoding the Dead" team at the Colchester Museum as they use cutting-edge isotope analysis and osteology to unlock secrets held in cremation urns for over a century. From identifying Italian soldiers buried in British soil to discovering the elite locals who embraced Roman luxury we reveal a complex story of migration health"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.8K engagements
"Medieval London With Eleanor Janega Medieval historian Dr Eleanor Janega takes us on a whistle-stop tour across London visiting some key historical sites and shining a light on the various communities of medieval London. What was the pleasure district the Old Jewry and what did the Knights Templar really do From Life And Death In Medieval London Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #LifeAndDeathInMedievalLondon history hit best history documentaries history"
YouTube Link 2025-07-18T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 372K engagements
"Walking Through The Scottish Highlands: Where Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Forged A New Empire We journey through the Scottish Highlands to uncover how an unpopular German prince Prince Albert and his devoted wife Queen Victoria transformed a dangerous rebellious frontier into the romantic tartan-clad 'Brand Scotland' known globally today. Following their footsteps from the Jacobite battlefield of Killiecrankie to their private sanctuary at Balmoral Castle we explore the shocking history of the Highland Clearances the creation of the Royal Sporting Estates and the enduring legacy the royal"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 58.1K engagements
"Modern Bakers Try To Make Bread From The Victorian Era Four modern baking professionals go back in time to the early Victorian era to discover the origins of their $4 billion industry. They face the grueling 9-hour shifts primitive tools and backbreaking labor of a rural community bake house. From mixing dough by hand and using brewer's yeast to the shock of lifting 20-stone flour sacks they recreate the bread that was the staple of the working class. This journey explores the taste of forgotten heritage wheat the stark reality of poverty (including eating 'chicken feed') and the simple yet"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Tour Of Tutankhamun's Tomb Explore the ancient Egyptian archeological treasures that have been encased in a tomb like 3000-year-old food the wooden chest and a golden chariot. Tutankhamun's tomb was found at the Valley of the Kings but surprisingly it was much smaller than that of other pharaohs of ancient Egypt. Watch Tutankhamun with Dan Snow as he looks at Tutankhamun's grandfather Ramses IV's resting place comparing it to the small chamber that British archaeologists discovered in [----]. Watch Dan Snow Raksha Dave and John Sergeant as they explore the renowned archaeological dig sites"
YouTube Link 2025-06-08T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 109.5K engagements
"Deadly Frontier: How [----] Men From The Ninth Legion Vanished In the early 2nd century AD the Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana) an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiers completely vanished from the historical record. Once the powerhouse of Romes occupation of Britain they left behind a final inscription in York in [---] AD and then. silence. From The Ninth: Mystery Of The Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 24.8K engagements
"Surviving Auschwitz: Separated Son and Father Reunited Best History Documentaries George and his father were imprisoned in the Auschwitz concentration camp. After enduring years of starvation and forced labour George was finally released when the Second World War came to an end. With his freedom he discovered that his father was alive in a hospital and they were joyfully reunited. From Stories of Survival Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit"
YouTube Link 2025-05-09T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 306.5K engagements
"Dan Snow Explores The First Norman Castles In Wales Best History Documentaries Dan Snow walks through Wales and England to explore the Norman castles built and inhabited by the Norman settlers after [----] and to learn about the greatest imperialist takeover in British history. He walks around the Monnow river system dominated by the motte and bailey castles that sprang up in the Norman era. From Dan Snow's Norman Walks Series [--] Episode [--] Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary"
YouTube Link 2025-04-25T17:00Z 79.3K followers, 57.4K engagements
"Why Did Henry VIII Execute The Love of His Life The story of Anne Boleyn and Henry VIII is one of history's most famous and tragic love affairs. Historian Suzannah Lipscomb retraces their steps to understand how a passionate romance that took seven years to begin and forced the King to break with the Roman Catholic Church could unravel so violently in less than three years. From the joy of her coronation to the desperate need for a male heir this is the story of the 1000-day Queen. Following Anne Boleyn from her glorious coronation to her final days in the Tower of London Dr. Suzannah"
YouTube Link 2025-09-07T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 175.1K engagements
"How Britain Reinvented Itself During The 1950s Explore how scientific innovation transformed post-war Britain in the 1950s focusing on the dramatic key breakthroughs primarily from the petrochemical industry which introduced revolutionary products like nylon and polyester the aerosol spray the transistor and vinyl records. These inventions provided youth with unprecedented economic power personal style and a soundtrack of rock and roll played on the newly amplified electric guitar fundamentally dividing the generations and defining modern British culture. From The House The 50s Built Series"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 18K engagements
"Amun's Karnak: Egypt's Greatest Temple In this documentary Tristan Hughes explores the Karnak Temple in Ancient Egypt showing the power of the god Amun-Ra and the pharaohs who built this monumental religious sanctuary near ancient Thebes (modern Luxor). For over a thousand years pharaohs from Senusret I and Hatshepsut to Seti I and Ramesses II left their mark constructing vast structures like the iconic Hypostyle Hall and the Chappelle Rouge. The site was not only a centre for religious festivals but also a pharaonic notice board used to promote military victories such as the Battle of Kadesh"
YouTube Link 2025-08-03T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 61.5K engagements
"Walking Through The WW2 British Channel Islands Occupied By The Nazis Take an immersive walk through the WWII history of the Channel Islands the only British soil occupied by Nazi Germany. From 1940-1945 Jersey and Guernsey were transformed into a fearsome part of the Atlantic Wall. Discover the truth about the 'model occupation' the desperate commando raids the horrific slave labor camps the moral dilemmas faced by islanders and the emotional story of the [----] liberation. This film explores the bunkers gun batteries and tunnels that remain a poignant reminder of this darkest chapter in"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Imphal & Kohima: A Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle Often called The Forgotten War this documentary follows historians as they venture into the dense jungles of Manipur to rediscover the battlefields of the British 14th Army. We explore the strategic genius of General Bill Slim who turned a demoralised force into a "Master Plan" of annihilation against the Imperial Japanese Army. From the brutal hand-to-hand combat at the Kohima tennis court to the desperate four-day stand at Shangshak this is the epic story of Britains greatest military victory and the staggering human cost of stopping the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Eleanor Janega On William The Conqueror William the Conqueror's brutal Norman Conquest of England in [----] was the most radical change the country had ever seen. This documentary explores how William known as 'the Bastard' survived a murderous childhood to secure his rule over Normandy. We follow his meticulously planned invasion of England culminating in the legendary Battle of Hastings and examine the brutal methods he used to cement his power from the construction of imposing castles like the Tower of London to the infamous 'Harrying of the North'. We also investigate the incredible"
YouTube Link 2025-08-29T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 499.8K engagements
"The Dark Side Of The French Renaissance: Building The Chteau De Chambord The Chteau de Chambord a massive Renaissance masterpiece in the Loire Valley was the ambitious dream of King Francis I influenced by the genius of Leonardo da Vinci. Despite facing monumental challengesincluding building on marshy land staggering costs and engineering feats like the double-helix staircasethe project continued for decades eventually becoming a symbol of French power even though the King only spent a short time there before his death. From Chambord The Leonardo Da Vinci Mystery You can now become a History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.7K engagements
"Hatshepsut: The Pharaoh That Was Almost Erased From Egypt's History Hatshepsut remains one of the most successful and controversial figures of the ancient world. Born into a system where the Pharaoh was ideologically and religiously male she defied [----] years of tradition to claim the throne not just as a regent but as a King. This documentary explores her strategic rise from the "God's Wife of Amun" to the absolute ruler of Egypt. We examine her unprecedented building programs her legendary trade expeditions to the Land of Punt and her decision to be depicted with masculine features to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Vikings Beyond The Raid: A History Of The Northmen Today we dive into the full chronological history of the Vikings moving beyond the early semi-mythical raiders to explore the later Christian Northmen. The conversation uncovers the multiple factors behind the "explosion" of Viking activity in the early medieval period including technological advances in shipbuilding and the lure of wealthy undefended trading ports while addressing (but not dismissing) traditional theories of overpopulation. From Who Were The Real Northmen Of Scandinavia Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit"
YouTube Link 2025-10-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Baking Like It's 1870: The Victorian Hellscape We Don't Talk About As Britains population exploded during the Industrial Revolution the demand for bread fueled a "golden age" of baking but at a devastating cost. This documentary follows four professional bakers as they return to the 1870s to experience the brutal reality of the urban bakehouse. From Victorian Bakers Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"A Guided Tour Inside The Iconic HMS Alliance We offer a rare guided tour of the preserved Royal Navy submarine HMS Alliance with veteran Commodore Eric Thompson. A long-serving submariner Thompson shares his personal experiences aboard this WWII-designed A-class boat and its sister ships contrasting diesel-electric Cold War patrols with the nuclear deterrent missions that followed. From the tight living quarters and the engineering of the noisy engine room to the significance of the attack periscope and the real reason submariners fly the Jolly Roger this film gives a fascinating in-depth"
YouTube Link 2025-12-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 36.7K engagements
"Mary Beard On The Secret Lives Of Roman Emperors Best History Documentaries Classicist and national treasure Mary Beard has an insightful conversation with Dan Snow about Ancient Rome and its emperors. Who were these famous emperors like Nero Marcus Aurelius Constantine and Augustus From History Hit's The Roman Emperors: With Mary Beard This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #TheRomanEmperorsWithMaryBeard history hit best history documentaries history documentaries full history"
YouTube Link 2025-08-08T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 100.5K engagements
"Walking Through History: Looking For William The Conqueror's Forgotten Frontier Historian David is walking the coast and interior of Pembrokeshire to uncover the Norman Conquest of Wales a long brutal struggle very different from [----]. Follow the trail of William the Conqueror discover hidden Norman forts and meet Princess Nest the Welsh noblewoman who had affairs with the King of England and a Norman lord. This documentary explores how war castles and culture transformed this corner of Wales into "Little England Beyond Wales" a unique legacy that survives today. From Walking Through History"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 27.6K engagements
"The World Of Women's Jobs In The Middle Ages With Eleanor Janega From The Labouring Lives Of Medieval Women Series [--] Episode [--] We go beyond the stereotypes to uncover the documented often dangerous and highly skilled work done by women in the Middle Ages. Join us as we explore the roles of dairy maids ale wives bakers and master masons revealing the real lives of the medieval career women who were essential to their economy running everything from cottage industries to lucrative big businesses and even working as blacksmiths at the Tower of London. You can now become a History Hit member"
YouTube Link 2025-12-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 14.4K engagements
"How The 1950s Shaped The History Of Britain Explore how science and technology completely transformed 1950s Britain taking it from the bleakness of post-war austerity to an era of modern affluence and optimism. Going into the revolution that started in the home from the rise of chemical fertilizers like "National Grow" replacing horse manure in the garden to the creation of toxic-but-popular pesticides. We uncover the social impact of new inventions including the iconic Triumph Thunderbird superbike and the first affordable family cars which provided a taste of freedom and fueled the new"
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Monmouth Rebellion Of [----] Explained From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] In the summer of [----] the West Country became the stage for a desperate and bloody uprising. James Duke of Monmouth the illegitimate Protestant son of Charles II landed at Lyme Regis with just [--] men intent on toppling his Catholic uncle King James II. What followed was a "Pitchfork Rebellion" that saw thousands of local artisans and non-conformists join a doomed march toward the Battle of Sedgemore. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.5K engagements
"Designer Livings: How The Stuarts Created The Modern Home After the Great Fire of [----] wiped out four-fifths of London a new era of 'Designer Living' was born. This documentary explores how the catastrophic destruction of [-----] homes paved the way for visionary architects like Christopher Wren and Inigo Jones to replace medieval chaos with classical grandeur. Beyond the architecture we dive into the fascinating technical breakthroughs of the 17th century: the invention of lead crystal glass that revolutionized science the bizarre "urine-based" chemistry of the British textile industry and the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Surviving Auschwitz: I Was Experimented On Because I Was A Twin This remarkable documentary shares the stories of the survivors of one of history's most horrific and inhumane wars. Watch eyewitness accounts of the terrible experiments conducted during Nazi Germany's infamous WW2 concentration camp Auschwitz. Listen to the stories of those few who survived cruel experiments starvation and slavery under Hitler's rule. Depictions and images can be disturbing. Viewer discretion is advised. You can watch the full censored version here: https://youtu.be/lfV7FYs6xSo From Voices Of The Holocaust Best"
YouTube Link 2025-07-06T21:00Z 79.3K followers, 191.5K engagements
"Archaeologists Investigate The Perfectly Preserved Mosaics Of Bignor Roman Villa Deep in the heart of West Sussex lies one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Northern Europe: Bignor Roman Villa. Once a sprawling estate belonging to the "super-elite" this villa served as a powerful symbol of Roman wealth and cultural dominance in Britain. Join world-renowned archaeologists to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the soil. From the world-class mosaics depicting Greek myths and "strip cartoon" gladiatorial combat to the sophisticated underfloor heating systems (hypocausts) that rival"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 10.7K engagements
"Who Were The Real Life Peaky Blinders The Brutal Truth Of Birmingham Gangs Go beyond the fiction and discover the brutal truth of the Peaky Blinders. Historian Carl Chinn takes us onto the backstreets of Birmingham to reveal the real story of the most notorious gangs in British history. The hit TV show is set in the 1920s but the true Peaky Blinders ruled the city decades earlier in the late Victorian era. Today we debunk the most famous myth and explores the harsh reality of life in the slums where the gangs emerged. From Who Were The Real Peaky Blinders Series [--] Episode [--] You can now"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 11.2K engagements
"From Austerity To Affluence: The British Home Revolution Of The 1950s The British living room was completely transformed during the 1950s moving from post-war austerity and drabness (dark colors old furniture sooty fireplaces) to modern affluence and vibrant design. This revolution was driven by new petrochemical-based materials like PVA paint foam cushioning and nylon carpet which along with the introduction of the television and the DIY revolution made homes brighter cleaner more comfortable and a hub for family life and entertaining. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You"
YouTube Link 2025-11-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 90.7K engagements
"Exploring The Tragic Lives Of The Bront Sisters In West Yorkshire With Tony Robinson From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a historical walking tour of West Yorkshire to uncover the tragic lives of the Bront sisters: Charlotte Emily and Anne. Explore the dark untamed moors and the "killer secret" of their village Howarth which inspired their classic novels Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. Discover how the Bronts went from innocent childhood fantasies to becoming England's greatest literary family and learn the little-known story of their brother Branwell and their"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 115.3K engagements
"How Christianity Shaped Our Modern Society Author Tom Holland returns to discuss his book Dominion and the surprising influence of Christianity on modern life. He argues that foundational Western concepts from human rights and charity to humanism and even the idea of the "secular" are all direct cultural descendants of Christian civilization. The discussion traces this revolutionary shift from the "uber-predators" of Ancient Rome to the moral framework of today's progressive thought ultimately asking if these inherited Christian values can survive without the faith that created them. From How"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Dan Snow's The Secrets of Hitler's Channel Island Fortress Best History Documentaries The Channel Islands were the only British territories occupied by Nazi Germany during WWII. This documentary uncovers their unique wartime experience from the transformation of Guernsey into a heavily fortified stronghold as part of Hitlers Atlantic Wall to the secret British commando raids that enraged the Fhrer. Through first-hand accounts we hear from islanders who lived under occupationsome recalling fear and hardship others viewing it as an adventure. We also explore hidden German bunkers long-lost"
YouTube Link 2025-03-23T22:00Z 79.3K followers, 107K engagements
"Mary Beard: The Origins Of The Ancient Roman Empire The Roman Empire's rise from small town to global superpower is a story of brutal conquest and unique innovation. This documentary charts Rome's incredible journey from its mythical bloody origins with Romulus and Remus to its total domination of the Mediterranean. Our historian investigates the key to Romes success: a relentless war machine fueled by a clever system of alliances that turned defeated enemies into future soldiers for the Roman army. We explore the defining conflicts that shaped the empire from the epic superpower showdown"
YouTube Link 2025-09-11T23:01Z 79.3K followers, 104.7K engagements
"Hadrian's Wall: Rome's Great Northern Frontier Best History Documentaries Dan Snow explores the physical remains of Hadrians vast project of 122AD - over [--] Roman miles of wall turrets and forts stretching from coast to coast across northern England. Mile after mile of stone marching over the horizon. But why did the Romans go to all this effort We dig into the key questions: was the wall a barrier or a porous border; a hubristic vanity project or a vital line of defence; who lived on and around the wall; and why has it endured in popular culture for nearly two thousand years right up to Game"
YouTube Link 2025-06-13T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 160.8K engagements
"The Tudor Revolution & Inventions That Changed Our World From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] Step back into a world where surgery was performed by barbers and the heavens were thought to be unchanging. This documentary explores the seismic shift in the Tudor era sparked by the arrival of the printing press the "high technology" of the 1500s. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Cornwalls Criminal Past: Walking Through The Smuggling Routes Join us for a journey along the stunning Cornish coast to uncover the incredible true story of smuggling an illicit industry so vast it threatened to bankrupt the British Empire. We trace the routes of 18th and 19th-century smugglers from struggling pilchard fishermen to notorious figures like Zephaniah Job the smuggler's banker who orchestrated fortunes amidst massive tax hikes. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.3K engagements
"Exploring The Hidden Fortress Buried Under A Yorkshire Garden In this episode of the Time Team descends upon the quiet market town of Malton North Yorkshire with just three days to uncover layers of buried history. Beneath a tangled jungle of overgrowth and private gardens they hunt for three distinct eras: a strategic Roman Fort a powerful 12th-century Norman Castle and a magnificent Jacobean Mansion that met a bizarre and spiteful end. From Time Team Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 14.7K engagements
"Secrets of The Tudors: The Camera Obscura & More Forget the drama of the royal court. The real Tudor revolution happened through science art and exploration. This documentary explores the incredible inventions that brought the world into focus. From the accidental discovery of graphite in Cumbria that created the worlds first pencil to the secret "perspective glass" that may have been the world's first telescope [--] years before the Dutch the Tudors were masters of measurement. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Eleanor Janega On Vikings Turned Norman The Normans' Viking origins and their conquest of Normandy created Europe's most formidable warriors. This documentary explores how pagan Viking raiders led by the legendary Rollo transformed from seasonal pillagers into a settled Christian power. We investigate their maritime supremacy with the Viking longboat the brutal raids on Frankish monasteries and the pivotal Treaty of Saint-Clair-sur-Epte which gave birth to the Duchy of Normandy. Discover how these Northmen blended their fierce warrior culture with Frankish administration and religion forging"
YouTube Link 2025-08-22T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 607.1K engagements
"CT Scan Of Tutankhamun Today many have viewed Tutankhamun's treasures but questions remain over how the teenage king died. Now with the aid of impressive forensic technology we may be closer than ever to knowing this ancient mystery. Featuring towering pyramids chambers filled with treasures and gruesome rituals this captivating series journeys back over [----] years to retrace the final [---] days of ancient Egypt's legendary pharaoh: Tutankhamun. Daily life for the 19-year-old king is unveiled his sudden death that sparked panic throughout Egypt is examined and the tale of how his gold-laden"
YouTube Link 2025-06-01T21:01Z 79.3K followers, 70.4K engagements
"Dan Snow On The Second Great Fire of London On December 29th [----] London faced a night of destruction that rivaled the Great Fire of [----]. As the Luftwaffe rained tens of thousands of incendiary bombs upon the "beating heart of the Empire" St Pauls Cathedral stood at the center of a firestorm. This documentary takes you on a tour through the modern streets of London to uncover the scars of the Blitz. From the "Heroes with Grimy Faces" the volunteer firefighters and taxi drivers who fought the flames to the iconic photograph that gave a war-torn nation hope we explore how strategic decisions"
YouTube Link 2026-02-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Baking Like It's 1870: The Victorian Hellscape We Don't Talk About As Britains population exploded during the Industrial Revolution the demand for bread fueled a "golden age" of baking but at a devastating cost. This documentary follows four professional bakers as they return to the 1870s to experience the brutal reality of the urban bakehouse. From Victorian Bakers Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like"
YouTube Link 2026-02-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Hatshepsut: The Pharaoh That Was Almost Erased From Egypt's History Hatshepsut remains one of the most successful and controversial figures of the ancient world. Born into a system where the Pharaoh was ideologically and religiously male she defied [----] years of tradition to claim the throne not just as a regent but as a King. This documentary explores her strategic rise from the "God's Wife of Amun" to the absolute ruler of Egypt. We examine her unprecedented building programs her legendary trade expeditions to the Land of Punt and her decision to be depicted with masculine features to"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Designer Livings: How The Stuarts Created The Modern Home After the Great Fire of [----] wiped out four-fifths of London a new era of 'Designer Living' was born. This documentary explores how the catastrophic destruction of [-----] homes paved the way for visionary architects like Christopher Wren and Inigo Jones to replace medieval chaos with classical grandeur. Beyond the architecture we dive into the fascinating technical breakthroughs of the 17th century: the invention of lead crystal glass that revolutionized science the bizarre "urine-based" chemistry of the British textile industry and the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Imphal & Kohima: A Tour Of Britains Greatest Battle Often called The Forgotten War this documentary follows historians as they venture into the dense jungles of Manipur to rediscover the battlefields of the British 14th Army. We explore the strategic genius of General Bill Slim who turned a demoralised force into a "Master Plan" of annihilation against the Imperial Japanese Army. From the brutal hand-to-hand combat at the Kohima tennis court to the desperate four-day stand at Shangshak this is the epic story of Britains greatest military victory and the staggering human cost of stopping the"
YouTube Link 2026-02-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Exploring The Hidden Fortress Buried Under A Yorkshire Garden In this episode of the Time Team descends upon the quiet market town of Malton North Yorkshire with just three days to uncover layers of buried history. Beneath a tangled jungle of overgrowth and private gardens they hunt for three distinct eras: a strategic Roman Fort a powerful 12th-century Norman Castle and a magnificent Jacobean Mansion that met a bizarre and spiteful end. From Time Team Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week"
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 14.7K engagements
"How Henry VIII Built Britains Ultimate War Machine What did the Tudors really do for us In this documentary we explore how Henry VIII and Elizabeth I transformed England into a global military powerhouse. From the Skevington's gyves torture device to the radical evolution of coastal fortresses like Deal and Southsea witness how the threat of invasion sparked a revolution in engineering. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+"
YouTube Link 2026-02-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Archaeologists Investigate The Perfectly Preserved Mosaics Of Bignor Roman Villa Deep in the heart of West Sussex lies one of the most remarkable archaeological sites in Northern Europe: Bignor Roman Villa. Once a sprawling estate belonging to the "super-elite" this villa served as a powerful symbol of Roman wealth and cultural dominance in Britain. Join world-renowned archaeologists to uncover the secrets hidden beneath the soil. From the world-class mosaics depicting Greek myths and "strip cartoon" gladiatorial combat to the sophisticated underfloor heating systems (hypocausts) that rival"
YouTube Link 2026-01-31T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 10.7K engagements
"Investigating A 2000-Year-Old Roman Urn In Britain When the Roman military machine swept into Britain nearly [----] years ago it transformed the Iron Age landscape forever. But what was life actually like for the ordinary people caught in the wake of the invasion Join the "Decoding the Dead" team at the Colchester Museum as they use cutting-edge isotope analysis and osteology to unlock secrets held in cremation urns for over a century. From identifying Italian soldiers buried in British soil to discovering the elite locals who embraced Roman luxury we reveal a complex story of migration health"
YouTube Link 2026-01-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.8K engagements
"The Tudor Inventions We Can't Live Without: Interior Design Technology & More After [--] years of civil war the Tudor dynasty brought a rare period of domestic peace and unprecedented prosperity to England. This documentary explores how this stability led to a revolution in interior design leisure and technology. From the architectural marvel of Hardwick Hall and the invention of wallpaper to the world's first flushing toilet and the birth of the Stock Exchange we look at how the Tudors transformed everyday life. From What The Tudors And Stuarts Did For Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now"
YouTube Link 2026-01-25T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Tragic Real-Life Story Of George Orwell Explained Explore the extraordinary life of Eric Arthur Blair better known by his pen name George Orwell. Born into the "upper-middle-class without money" in colonial India Orwells journey took him from the prestigious halls of Eton College to the humid jungles of Burma as an Imperial Police officer. Disillusioned by the brutality of the British Empire he resigned to live a life of self-imposed poverty in London and Paris seeking to understand the plight of the working class. The film follows his narrow escape from death during the Spanish Civil War"
YouTube Link 2026-01-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Captain Cook: [----] Days To Map The World Before he was the legendary explorer who mapped the Pacific James Cook was a humble farm boy from Yorkshire with a restless spirit. In this documentary we retrace Cooks footsteps from his childhood cottage to the bustling port of Whitby. Discover how a chance encounter in a village shop and an apprenticeship on a "Whitby Cat" coal ship provided the rigorous training he needed to command the Royal Navys most ambitious expeditions. From Captain Cook's Endeavour You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new"
YouTube Link 2026-01-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Tudor Revolution & Inventions That Changed Our World From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] Step back into a world where surgery was performed by barbers and the heavens were thought to be unchanging. This documentary explores the seismic shift in the Tudor era sparked by the arrival of the printing press the "high technology" of the 1500s. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor"
YouTube Link 2026-01-18T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The Monmouth Rebellion Of [----] Explained From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] In the summer of [----] the West Country became the stage for a desperate and bloody uprising. James Duke of Monmouth the illegitimate Protestant son of Charles II landed at Lyme Regis with just [--] men intent on toppling his Catholic uncle King James II. What followed was a "Pitchfork Rebellion" that saw thousands of local artisans and non-conformists join a doomed march toward the Battle of Sedgemore. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2026-01-17T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 11.5K engagements
"Deadly Frontier: How [----] Men From The Ninth Legion Vanished In the early 2nd century AD the Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana) an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiers completely vanished from the historical record. Once the powerhouse of Romes occupation of Britain they left behind a final inscription in York in [---] AD and then. silence. From The Ninth: Mystery Of The Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned"
YouTube Link 2026-01-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 24.8K engagements
"Secrets of The Tudors: The Camera Obscura & More Forget the drama of the royal court. The real Tudor revolution happened through science art and exploration. This documentary explores the incredible inventions that brought the world into focus. From the accidental discovery of graphite in Cumbria that created the worlds first pencil to the secret "perspective glass" that may have been the world's first telescope [--] years before the Dutch the Tudors were masters of measurement. From What the Tudors and Stuarts Did for Us Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here"
YouTube Link 2026-01-11T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"King John: Walking Through The History Behind England's Most Controversial Monarch From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a 70-mile journey through the ancient landscapes of Sherwood Forest and the Peak District as we track the rise and fall of Englands most controversial monarch: King John. Often portrayed as the cartoon villain of the Robin Hood legends the real John was a complex energetic and ruthless administrator who turned his kingdom into a business to fund his obsession with reclaiming Normandy. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join"
YouTube Link 2026-01-10T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 54.9K engagements
"Cold Case: How The Ninth Legion Vanished The Ninth: Mystery of the Lost Legion Series [--] Episode [--] In the early 2nd century AD an elite force of over [----] Roman soldiersthe Ninth Legion (Legio IX Hispana)vanished from the historical record without a trace. This documentary explores their journey from Julius Caesars elite fighting force to their eventual disappearance in the wilds of Roman Britain. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 165.8K engagements
"Modern Bakers Try To Make Bread From The Victorian Era Four modern baking professionals go back in time to the early Victorian era to discover the origins of their $4 billion industry. They face the grueling 9-hour shifts primitive tools and backbreaking labor of a rural community bake house. From mixing dough by hand and using brewer's yeast to the shock of lifting 20-stone flour sacks they recreate the bread that was the staple of the working class. This journey explores the taste of forgotten heritage wheat the stark reality of poverty (including eating 'chicken feed') and the simple yet"
YouTube Link 2026-01-04T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Walking Through The WW2 British Channel Islands Occupied By The Nazis Take an immersive walk through the WWII history of the Channel Islands the only British soil occupied by Nazi Germany. From 1940-1945 Jersey and Guernsey were transformed into a fearsome part of the Atlantic Wall. Discover the truth about the 'model occupation' the desperate commando raids the horrific slave labor camps the moral dilemmas faced by islanders and the emotional story of the [----] liberation. This film explores the bunkers gun batteries and tunnels that remain a poignant reminder of this darkest chapter in"
YouTube Link 2026-01-03T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"A Guided Tour Inside The Iconic HMS Alliance We offer a rare guided tour of the preserved Royal Navy submarine HMS Alliance with veteran Commodore Eric Thompson. A long-serving submariner Thompson shares his personal experiences aboard this WWII-designed A-class boat and its sister ships contrasting diesel-electric Cold War patrols with the nuclear deterrent missions that followed. From the tight living quarters and the engineering of the noisy engine room to the significance of the attack periscope and the real reason submariners fly the Jolly Roger this film gives a fascinating in-depth"
YouTube Link 2025-12-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 36.7K engagements
"Walking Through History: Looking For William The Conqueror's Forgotten Frontier Historian David is walking the coast and interior of Pembrokeshire to uncover the Norman Conquest of Wales a long brutal struggle very different from [----]. Follow the trail of William the Conqueror discover hidden Norman forts and meet Princess Nest the Welsh noblewoman who had affairs with the King of England and a Norman lord. This documentary explores how war castles and culture transformed this corner of Wales into "Little England Beyond Wales" a unique legacy that survives today. From Walking Through History"
YouTube Link 2025-12-27T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 27.6K engagements
"How Christianity Shaped Our Modern Society Author Tom Holland returns to discuss his book Dominion and the surprising influence of Christianity on modern life. He argues that foundational Western concepts from human rights and charity to humanism and even the idea of the "secular" are all direct cultural descendants of Christian civilization. The discussion traces this revolutionary shift from the "uber-predators" of Ancient Rome to the moral framework of today's progressive thought ultimately asking if these inherited Christian values can survive without the faith that created them. From How"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"What Are The Worst Jobs To Have On Christmas Throughout History This documentary explores the surprisingly grueling and often dangerous historical jobs required to create the traditions of Christmas. From Ancient Rome's festival of Saturnalia where slaves served as "puke collectors" to the Medieval era's perilous boar hunting and the punishing work of a cook's assistant making "humble pie." We uncover the risks of the Victorian age including child laborers making dolls and the explosive chemistry of the limelight operator backstage at the pantomime. Finally we witness the brutal cold and"
YouTube Link 2025-12-24T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 40.6K engagements
"RRS Discovery: The Hunt For Shackleton & Scott's First Polar Ship We visit the RRS Discovery in Dundee the first purpose-built Antarctic survey vessel. Launched in [----] the Discovery took Robert Falcon Scott and Ernest Shackleton on their first journey to the frozen continent. We explore the ship's cutting-edge design from its engine room and massive coal stores to the secret behind its preserved wooden hull and compare the stark differences between the officers' quarters and the crew's mess deck during the Heroic Age of Exploration. From RRS Discovery: Aboard the World's First Polar Research"
YouTube Link 2025-12-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Walking Through The Scottish Highlands: Where Queen Victoria & Prince Albert Forged A New Empire We journey through the Scottish Highlands to uncover how an unpopular German prince Prince Albert and his devoted wife Queen Victoria transformed a dangerous rebellious frontier into the romantic tartan-clad 'Brand Scotland' known globally today. Following their footsteps from the Jacobite battlefield of Killiecrankie to their private sanctuary at Balmoral Castle we explore the shocking history of the Highland Clearances the creation of the Royal Sporting Estates and the enduring legacy the royal"
YouTube Link 2025-12-20T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 58.1K engagements
"Mary Beard On The Lessons We Can Still Learn From Ancient Rome In a compelling conversation historian Mary Beard challenges the idea that we can learn direct lessons from Ancient Rome. Instead she argues that the classical world helps us question our own certainties such as what it means to be a citizen. Discover how Romes distinctive incorporate model of empire worked and what domestic details like their public lavatories reveal about the gap between modern life and the Roman Empire's true reality. From Mary Beard on Lessons from Ancient Rome You can now become a History Hit member right"
YouTube Link 2025-12-19T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Dan Jones Explains How The Knights Templar Managed Their Global Empire Bestselling historian Dan Jones joins us to discuss the true story of the Knights Templar. Discover the Templars' origins as a small 'roadside rescue service' protecting pilgrims in the dangerous Holy Land. We explore the paradox of the warrior-monks their rise to become a tax-exempt international financial powerhouse and the political showdown with King Philip IV of France that led to their brutal and sudden downfall. Did they have a secret treasure What about the Holy Grail Dan separates the historical fact from the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 77.7K engagements
"Exploring The Tragic Lives Of The Bront Sisters In West Yorkshire With Tony Robinson From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] Join us on a historical walking tour of West Yorkshire to uncover the tragic lives of the Bront sisters: Charlotte Emily and Anne. Explore the dark untamed moors and the "killer secret" of their village Howarth which inspired their classic novels Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights. Discover how the Bronts went from innocent childhood fantasies to becoming England's greatest literary family and learn the little-known story of their brother Branwell and their"
YouTube Link 2025-12-13T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 115.3K engagements
"Churchill's War Room: Inside The British Empire's Secret Cabinets From Secrets of the Churchill War Rooms Series [--] Episode [--] Go inside the Cabinet War Rooms the secret underground headquarters in London where Winston Churchill and his War Cabinet directed Britain's efforts throughout World War II. Explore the historic Map Room where U-boat convoys were tracked and intelligence was processed 24/7. Discover the tiny office where Churchill made his most famous radio broadcasts and spoke securely with President Roosevelt on the transatlantic hotline. See the untouched offices maps and even"
YouTube Link 2025-12-12T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"The World Of Women's Jobs In The Middle Ages With Eleanor Janega From The Labouring Lives Of Medieval Women Series [--] Episode [--] We go beyond the stereotypes to uncover the documented often dangerous and highly skilled work done by women in the Middle Ages. Join us as we explore the roles of dairy maids ale wives bakers and master masons revealing the real lives of the medieval career women who were essential to their economy running everything from cottage industries to lucrative big businesses and even working as blacksmiths at the Tower of London. You can now become a History Hit member"
YouTube Link 2025-12-07T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 14.4K engagements
"Macbeth Of Scotland: The Real King Before Shakespeare's Play From The Real Macbeth Series [--] Episode [--] The Shakespearean villain Macbeth is famous for ambition and murder. But the historical King Macbeth of Scotland was a far different man. This documentary digs into the archaeological and written evidence to separate the fact from the fiction revealing how Macbeth was actually a popular successful king who reigned for [--] years. Discover the Celtic inheritance laws that justified his taking of the throne from King Duncan the true story behind the battle with the Norsemen and why Shakespeare"
YouTube Link 2025-12-06T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 52.7K engagements
"American Revolution: The Boston Tea Party & Colonial Protest In [----] a group of colonists in Boston took dramatic action against British rule destroying an enormous cargo of tea. This documentary traces the roots of the Boston Tea Party across three continents from the financial collapse of the East India Company in London and a famine in Bengal to the political crisis in Massachusetts over taxation without representation. Discover the high-stakes confrontation between Governor Thomas Hutchinson and the Sons of Liberty that culminated in this act of defiance which ultimately ignited the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.9K engagements
"How Apollo [--] & The Space Race Changed The Cold War Just [--] years after the first airplane flight Apollo [--] landed humans on the Moon. This documentary explores Project Apollo President Kennedy's monumental commitment to beat the Soviet Union in the Space Race and the unprecedented engineering and national mobilization it required. From the devastating Apollo [--] fire to Neil Armstrong's high-stakes manual landing with [--] seconds of fuel left discover the incredible story of how [------] people achieved the single greatest technological feat in human history. From Apollo 11: How Humans Reached"
YouTube Link 2025-11-30T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"Windsor Castle: An Exclusive Tour Of The Royal Residence Dive into the nearly 1000-year history of Windsor Castle the longest-serving royal palace in Europe. From its origins as a Norman fortress built by William the Conqueror to the lavish Gothic-revival transformation under King George IV this documentary explores how the castle became the spiritual core of the British monarchy. Join us for an exclusive tour inside the State Apartments the magnificent Waterloo Chamber and the rebuilt St. George's Hall discovering the layers of history art and opulence and how much of its medieval appearance"
YouTube Link 2025-11-29T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 421.7K engagements
"400 Years Apart: What Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II Shared Beyond The Crown We draw extraordinary parallels between the reigns of two of Britain's most successful monarchs Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II highlighting how both queens rose from royal obscurity to secure their place in history. This film focuses on the dramatic crises caused by their famous charismatic royal relatives Mary Queen of Scots and Princess Diana exploring how these women threatened the established order and led each Elizabeth to the closest moments of crisis in their respective reigns ultimately forcing both to step forward"
YouTube Link 2025-11-28T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [---] engagements
"The Biggest Transformation In British Home History: The 1950s Kitchens The 1950s kitchen was ground zero for a revolution Discover how brilliant inventions like the twin tub washing machine the Kenwood Chef Formica surfaces and Teflon non-stick pans transformed British homes. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor Janega Tristan Hughes Mary Beard Matt Lewis"
YouTube Link 2025-11-23T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 134.6K engagements
"The North Norfolk Coast: A History Of England In [--] Walks Uncover the surprising history of North Norfolk England's quietest coast. This documentary explores how the region despite the arrival of the Royal Family (Edward VII) and new railway lines managed to avoid the mass development that transformed other seaside resorts like Brighton during the Victorian era. Discover the powerful landowners and conservationists who fought to keep this area unspoiled. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new"
YouTube Link 2025-11-22T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 23.2K engagements
"Elizabeth I & Elizabeth II: The Astonishing Parallels Between Two Legendary Figures The Two Elizabeths: Separated by [---] years Queen Elizabeth I and Elizabeth II lived vastly different lives yet faced identical struggles for the throne love and public respect. Discover the astonishing parallels between the Tudor dynasty's greatest queen and Britain's longest-reigning monarch. From their traumatic childhoods as royal outsiders and their choice between duty vs. love (Robert Dudley and Prince Philip) to their mastery of propaganda (Tudor portraits and Royal television) which queen truly secured"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"How Britain Reinvented Itself During The 1950s Explore how scientific innovation transformed post-war Britain in the 1950s focusing on the dramatic key breakthroughs primarily from the petrochemical industry which introduced revolutionary products like nylon and polyester the aerosol spray the transistor and vinyl records. These inventions provided youth with unprecedented economic power personal style and a soundtrack of rock and roll played on the newly amplified electric guitar fundamentally dividing the generations and defining modern British culture. From The House The 50s Built Series"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 18K engagements
"Walking St. Cuthbert's Way: The Dark Ages Kingdom Of Northumbria Journey with us as we walk the historic St. Cuthbert's Way through the stunning Scottish Borders and Northumbria tracing the footsteps of the famous Anglo-Saxon monk St. Cuthbert. In the turbulent war-torn Dark Ages the powerful kingdom of Northumbria was fiercely pagan. But a radical group of Irish monks led by the charismatic Cuthbert succeeded in changing the region's soul forever. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2025-11-15T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.1K engagements
"The Dark Side Of The French Renaissance: Building The Chteau De Chambord The Chteau de Chambord a massive Renaissance masterpiece in the Loire Valley was the ambitious dream of King Francis I influenced by the genius of Leonardo da Vinci. Despite facing monumental challengesincluding building on marshy land staggering costs and engineering feats like the double-helix staircasethe project continued for decades eventually becoming a symbol of French power even though the King only spent a short time there before his death. From Chambord The Leonardo Da Vinci Mystery You can now become a History"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 15.7K engagements
"From Austerity To Affluence: The British Home Revolution Of The 1950s The British living room was completely transformed during the 1950s moving from post-war austerity and drabness (dark colors old furniture sooty fireplaces) to modern affluence and vibrant design. This revolution was driven by new petrochemical-based materials like PVA paint foam cushioning and nylon carpet which along with the introduction of the television and the DIY revolution made homes brighter cleaner more comfortable and a hub for family life and entertaining. From The House The 50s Built Series [--] Episode [--] You"
YouTube Link 2025-11-09T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 90.7K engagements
"Leeds & Liverpool Canal: Walking The 127-Mile Backbone Of Industrial Britain Follow a historical walk along the Leeds & Liverpool Canal Britain's longest canal detailing its construction in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Built to connect the port of Liverpool with inland industrial centers it became a vital artery for the region's economy driving the success of industries like shipping textiles and food manufacturing. Crucially the canal provided Liverpool with access to Wigan's coalfields transforming both the city's growth and Lancashire's landscape into an industrial powerhouse a"
YouTube Link 2025-11-08T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 45.3K engagements
"The Lost [----] Years Of Hieroglyphs: Decoding Ancient Egypt's Secret Language Take an in-depth look at the decipherment of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs focusing on the Rosetta Stone and the pivotal race between scholars Jean-Franois Champollion and Thomas Young in the early 19th century. The film which includes special access to a British Museum exhibition explains how the stone's trilingual text (hieroglyphic Demotic and Greek) provided the key to unlocking [----] years of Egyptian history highlighting that the quest to understand the ancient language actually began centuries earlier with the"
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T22:01Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"How The 1950s Shaped The History Of Britain Explore how science and technology completely transformed 1950s Britain taking it from the bleakness of post-war austerity to an era of modern affluence and optimism. Going into the revolution that started in the home from the rise of chemical fertilizers like "National Grow" replacing horse manure in the garden to the creation of toxic-but-popular pesticides. We uncover the social impact of new inventions including the iconic Triumph Thunderbird superbike and the first affordable family cars which provided a taste of freedom and fueled the new"
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Cornwalls Criminal Past: Walking Through The Smuggling Routes Join us for a journey along the stunning Cornish coast to uncover the incredible true story of smuggling an illicit industry so vast it threatened to bankrupt the British Empire. We trace the routes of 18th and 19th-century smugglers from struggling pilchard fishermen to notorious figures like Zephaniah Job the smuggler's banker who orchestrated fortunes amidst massive tax hikes. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive"
YouTube Link 2025-11-01T22:00Z 79.5K followers, 68.3K engagements
"Who Were The Real Life Peaky Blinders The Brutal Truth Of Birmingham Gangs Go beyond the fiction and discover the brutal truth of the Peaky Blinders. Historian Carl Chinn takes us onto the backstreets of Birmingham to reveal the real story of the most notorious gangs in British history. The hit TV show is set in the 1920s but the true Peaky Blinders ruled the city decades earlier in the late Victorian era. Today we debunk the most famous myth and explores the harsh reality of life in the slums where the gangs emerged. From Who Were The Real Peaky Blinders Series [--] Episode [--] You can now"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T22:01Z 79.5K followers, 11.2K engagements
"Vikings Beyond The Raid: A History Of The Northmen Today we dive into the full chronological history of the Vikings moving beyond the early semi-mythical raiders to explore the later Christian Northmen. The conversation uncovers the multiple factors behind the "explosion" of Viking activity in the early medieval period including technological advances in shipbuilding and the lure of wealthy undefended trading ports while addressing (but not dismissing) traditional theories of overpopulation. From Who Were The Real Northmen Of Scandinavia Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit"
YouTube Link 2025-10-26T22:00Z 79.5K followers, [----] engagements
"Forgotten Forts: A 54-Mile Journey Through The Lake District Join a 54-mile epic journey across Britain's highest fells to uncover the forgotten history of Roman Britannia's northernmost outpost. The Lake District now a walker's paradise was once the toughest military challenge for Rome taking three decades to conquer. From Walking Through History Series [--] Episode [--] You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week and access to over 160+ of our documentaries presented by world renowned historians like Dan Snow Eleanor"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T21:00Z 79.5K followers, 35.8K engagements
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