Timeline - World History Documentaries

From Galileo’s clash with the Inquisition to Immanuel Kant’s revolution of reason, this comprehensive documentary explores the greatest minds of the Enlightenment. Discover how radical thinkers like Hobbes, Descartes, Locke, Spinoza, and Hume defied religious doctrine, questioned the nature of reality, and risked execution to shape modern science, politics, and human rights. Witness the intellectual war that shattered medieval dogma and forged the modern Western world.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 pres...

"Science doesn't proceed or get better with established ideas. You have to challenge"Recently a team of fossil hunters working in Kenya came upon a set of fossilised teeth and a series of bones. Their find set in motion a chain of events that ignited excitement across the scientific world, for if they were correct in their findings, not only would they have found the oldest human ancestor, but much of the received wisdom humankind's evolution would have to be rewritten. This programme is the story of their discovery and the implications it has for understanding of...

This extraordinarily moving documentary tells the story of Holocaust survivor, Henia Bryer, in her own words. Born into a middle-class Jewish family, Henia lost her father, brother and sister during the German occupation. She survived four concentration camps (including Auschwitz) and the horror of the Death March. Henia went on to bear witness to the creation of Israel in 1948 before making a new life for herself in South Africa. Created with the intimacy of a home movie by Henia's niece Lisa Bryer, producer of many films including The Last King of Scotland, it was made so her grandchildren could...

From secret military programs to history’s most infamous mysteries, dive deep into the events that shaped our world. Explore the tragic secrets of the Sedlec Ossuary, the high-stakes tension of the Cuban Missile Crisis, the dark history behind the Whitechapel murders, and the devastating engineering failures that changed modern safety forever. Featuring expert analysis and rare historical records, this documentary unpacks the real stories behind the headlines. Discover the truth behind history's most fascinating turning points, notorious trials, and forgotten catastrophes.You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to...

Inside Operation Moshtarak, the massive 2010 Allied offensive to reclaim the Taliban stronghold of Marjah in Helmand Province. Experience the raw combat reality faced by US Marines as they navigate deadly IED networks, elite sniper fire, and brutal room-to-room combat while attempting to execute President Obama’s counterinsurgency strategy.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 and more.Get an...

Forensic geologist Scott Wolter travels to the Hawaiian Islands to investigate the legend of the Menehune - a race of dwarf-like people in Hawaiian tradition. Often dismissed as mythical, new evidence suggests these ancient builders may have been a real group of people. By examining the sophisticated dry-stack masonry of the Menehune, Wolter seeks to separate fact from folklore. 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...

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An intimate profile of Richard NixonNixon In The Den develops a fresh account of Nixon and his ruthless ambition to escape a loveless, impoverished background. Historian David Reynolds argues that Nixon was genuinely successful as an international statesman, with historic visits to Communist China and the Soviet Union in 1972 helping thaw the Cold War. Yet, behind the scenes, Nixon's diplomacy was a story of intrigue and rivalry. The very methods that won Nixon acclaim on the international stage also doomed his presidency in the infamous Watergate scandal. With the help of Nixon's scribbled memos, audio recordings...

Discover the extraordinary history of the airfields that defined the 20th Century. From the birthplace of British aviation at Farnborough to the "strongest link" in the Battle of Britain at Biggin Hill, we explore the legends and the legacy of flight. Witness the development of the Spitfire, the secret science of radar that stopped Hitler’s invasion, and the pioneering spirit that led to the supersonic Concorde. Featuring exclusive access to restoration workshops and interviews with veterans, this is the definitive story of the machines and the people who conquered the skies.You can now become a Hi...

On May 12, 1989, Southern Pacific freight train 7551 rocketed down California’s Cajon Pass at over 100 mph before derailing into a San Bernardino neighborhood. Caused by fatal weight miscalculations and failing brakes, the crash killed four people and destroyed seven homes. But thirteen days later, a second catastrophe struck the exact same street when a damaged underground pipeline ruptured, igniting a massive inferno. This documentary investigates the series of tragic human errors, mechanical failures, and oversight lapses that led to one of the most disastrous chain reactions in American transportation history.You can now become a History Hit member ri...

Did the age of chivalry ever really exist? The discovery of 38 mutilated skeletons from the War of the Roses in the late 15th century casts doubt on this age.The bodies had multiple stab wounds and their noses and ears had been cut off which, suggests archaeologist Chris Knusel, was to prevent their souls going to heaven. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uYou can find more from us on:https://www.facebook.com/timelineWHhttps...

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A moving and intimate portrayal of Nelson Mandela filmed on the campaign trail in the days leading up to South Africa's first democratic election. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uYou can find more from us on:https://www.facebook.com/timelineWHhttps://www.instagram.com/timelineWHThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone...

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Explore the dark turning points of modern history, from catastrophic industrial accidents like the 1984 Bhopal disaster to high-stakes Cold War blunders like the Bay of Pigs. Discover the true stories behind political scandals, aviation tragedies, secret military operations, and unsolved mysteries that altered the global landscape forever. Featuring detailed accounts of the Battle of Stalingrad, the Watergate cover-up, and the 1983 Beirut Barracks bombing, this comprehensive documentary breaks down the tragic events, costly errors, and historical cover-ups that shook the world during the 20th century.You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join...

This landmark documentary was produced 5 years after the end of The Falklands War and features interviews and insights from both the Argentinian and British sides. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uYou can find more from us on:https://www.facebook.com/timelineWHhttps://www.instagram.com/timelineWHThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

Britain would have lost her empire and the war in 1942 had Axis forces beaten the British army in the Middle East. Tim Collins re-investigates Britain's critical desert campaign, and the controversial battle tactics needed to take on the unbeaten Panzer army in total war, preventing Hitler from gaining Egypt, Iraq and the oilfields. Foreshadowing current world events, this oil-rich region was crucial to the war effort. These are the World War II battles that shaped the Middle East, and created the world in which we live today.This is the story of a final showdown between two...

Forensic investigator Scott Walter tracks the trail of Captain Kidd’s lost fortune. From the 17th-century jail cells of Boston to the crumbling mansions of the Astor family, we investigate if America’s first millionaire discovered a pirate's hoard. Featuring exclusive access to Kidd’s personal treasure chest and the original trial documents, we reveal the truth behind the man who was hanged three times and the cursed legacy he left behind. Is the treasure still hidden in Maine, or was it the secret fuel for an American empire?You can now become a History Hit member right...

Forensic geologist Scott Wolter uncovers a mysterious link between the ancient serpent mounds of Scotland and North America. Was there a secret global priesthood sharing knowledge thousands of years before Columbus? 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 and more.Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExynThis channel...

Did ancient Polynesians reach California centuries before Columbus? Is there a lost Egyptian city hidden within the prohibited zones of the Grand Canyon? Forensic geologist Scott Wolter travels from Hawaii to the American Southwest to investigate "out-of-place" artifacts that defy conventional history.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 and more.Get an exclusive release every week by...