All About History UK
THE INCA ALEXANDER
How Topa Inca Yupanqui built on the conquests of his forebears and expanded his empire
6 min |
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All About History UK
THE LOST CITIES OF SOUTHEAST ASIA
Uncovering the history and legacy of some of the world's most mysterious locations
8 min |
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All About History UK
BATTLE OF CHAERONEA
CHAERONEA, GREECE 3 AUGUST 338 BCE
9 min |
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A WEAPON FOR ABOLITION
Stephen Taylor recounts the story of HMS Black Joke and the West Africa Squadron's fight to stop slavery
7 min |
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All About History UK
A VERY BRITISH CULT: ROGUE PRIESTS AND THE ABODE OF LOVE
How a sinister Victorian sect operated deep in the heart of rural Somerset
1 min |
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GLADIATOR II
Scott offers up a new swords and sandals spectacle for the mob
2 min |
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What If...MARILYN MONROE HAD LIVED?
After defeating her darkest demons, what could the world expect from the iconic star in later years?
7 min |
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THE APOTHECARY'S WIFE
Exploring the commodification of domestic medical remedies
2 min |
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HER SECRET SERVICE
The forgotten women of a shadowy world are given their place in history
1 min |
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ROBERT HOOKE MICROSCOPE
An essential but imperfect implement that helped pioneer scientific observation England, 1675
2 min |
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THE FALL OF THE RUSSIAN EMPIRE
How military errors and a failure to modernise helped to bring down the tsars
6 min |
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FEMALE PHYSICIANS OF THE MIDDLE AGES
Determined to make a difference despite the male dominance of the medical world, these pioneering women overcame numerous obstacles in their efforts to aid the infirm
6 min |
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SIEGE OF TOULON
TOULON, FRENCH REPUBLIC SEPTEMBER-DECEMBER 1793
10 min |
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A HISTORY OF FEASTING
Brian Hayden explains the social, political and cultural importance of these grand occasions
4 min |
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"EVERYBODY WANTS TO BE DAVID, NOBODY WANTS TO BE GOLIATH"
Author Terry Deary discusses his career, writing history, the success of Horrible Histories and his new book
10+ min |
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“lo Saturnalia!"
What was the 'Roman Christmas\"?
10 min |
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REDISCOVERING THE FORGOTTEN LIVES OF QUEER MEN
We speak to the editor of a groundbreaking new collection that uncovers what life was like for gay men when homosexuality was illegal in Britain
9 min |
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VICTORIAN UNDERWORLD
Discover the gangs that lurked down the dark alleys of 19th century Britain
10+ min |
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Best of British
In the Best Possible Taste
Derek Lamb remembers the wireless wizardry of Kenny Everett
6 min |
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Animal Magic
Hilary Middleton recalls a children's author whose tales are still enjoyed today
5 min |
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BACK IN TIME WITH COLIN BAKER
BoB's very own Time Lord prepares for an alternative to panto, recalls his early reading choices and having his scenes cut from two cutting edge comedies
2 min |
December 2024
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Marvels in Miniature
Claire Saul learns about the exquisite works on display at a new exhibition being held at a historic Georgian mansion
4 min |
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The Box of Delights
Chris Hallam remembers how his Christmas 40 years ago was lit up by a magical television drama
5 min |
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The Last Post
Michael Foley witnessed the end of an era
2 min |
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A Capital View
Angeline Wilcox celebrates 25 years of the London Eye
4 min |
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REMEMBER, HE'S A WOMBLE
Simon Stabler finds Orinoco in full flow
10+ min |
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MERCY MISSION
John Greeves recounts the remarkable exploits of Sunderland flying boat T9114
5 min |
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The Queen of Stage and Screen
Chris Hallam pays tribute to actress Dame Maggie Smith
5 min |
December 2024
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POSTCARD FROM BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
Bob Barton remembers a ghostly train journey, enjoys some wassailing and fulfils a long-held ambition of attending a lawnmower festival
5 min |
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Other 07
Jonathan Sothcott looks at the seven Sir Roger Moore films that you should have in your collection
4 min |