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Rise of the Nazi Party
In 1945, Nazi Germany faced Allied armies led by Hitler, Goebbels, and Bormann, with Hitler using pills
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Nazi Collaborators
The 1935 Nuremberg Laws set the stage for the Final Solution, leading to the end of World War II.
Nazi Collaborators
Anton Mussert founded the National Socialist Movement in the Netherlands and collaborated with the Gestapo.
Nazi Collaborators
Anti-Communist Ioannis Rallis leads a Greek puppet government, serving Nazi occupiers with two predecessors.
Nazi Collaborators
Respected mathematician Rolf Nevanlinna leads the Finnish SS in combat against Stalin's Russia.
Nazi Collaborators
The Schutzmannschaft acted as collaborationist auxiliary police for Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe.
The Strange World Of The German Dictator
Hitler, failed artist, joined Bavarian army after mother's death; earned Iron Cross in WWI.
Benito Mussolini: Italy's Greatest Evil
Benito Amilcare Andrea Mussolini, an Italian dictator and journalist, transformed from a shy boy in Forli
Undermining The Nazis: Paris’ Secret Tunnels
On June 14, 1940, as Germans occupied Paris, doctors Talairach and Suttel risked their lives mapping tunnels.
Rise of the Nazi Party
Adolph Hitler's 1937 plan to annex Austria and Czechoslovakia, initially approved by generals
Rise of the Nazi Party
Adolph Hitler, at his peak in Spring 1941, conquered Europe and became a national hero in Germany.
Rise of the Nazi Party
Hitler and the Nazis orchestrated the Holocaust, committing to 6 million Jews' slaughter
Rise of the Nazi Party
In 1944, Hitler's public image fades, and despite attempts by Goebbels and plots by Stauffenberg
Rise of the Nazi Party
In 1945, Nazi Germany faced Allied armies led by Hitler, Goebbels, and Bormann, with Hitler using pills
Nazi Collaborators
The 1935 Nuremberg Laws set the stage for the Final Solution, leading to the end of World War II.
Nazi Collaborators
Anton Mussert founded the National Socialist Movement in the Netherlands and collaborated with the Gestapo.
Nazi Collaborators
Anti-Communist Ioannis Rallis leads a Greek puppet government, serving Nazi occupiers with two predecessors.
Nazi Collaborators
Respected mathematician Rolf Nevanlinna leads the Finnish SS in combat against Stalin's Russia.
Nazi Collaborators
The Schutzmannschaft acted as collaborationist auxiliary police for Nazi-occupied Eastern Europe.
Wings: World War II In The Skies
WWII pilots and engineers battled with Spitfires, Hurricanes, Zeros, Hellcats, ME 109s, and more.
Wings: World War II In The Skies
The "Hell Hawks" fight in D-Day's skies, while the Avenger sinks Japan's largest battleship.
The Air War: The Escalation of Allied Bombing
Examine the shift to "area bombing" to break civilian morale, the industrial destruction wrought by Allied air forces, and the high human cost
Wings of the Great War
1916 Aegean air battles test fearless pilots in dangerous early combat missions.
Wings of the Great War
Air power expands in Macedonia as Rudolf von Eschwege dominates the skies.
Total War
Interwar conflicts previewed WWII's total war, refining global methods of destruction and chaos.
Total War
Total war demands full resource mobilization as appeasement fails to prevent global conflict.
Total War
WWII blurred lines between warfront and home, highlighting resistance under harsh occupations.
Total War
WWII civilians became both defenders and targets amid massive, unprecedented aerial warfare.
Total War
WWII enabled the Holocaust, with total war creating conditions for its execution and expansion.
Total War
WWII's end brought vast destruction and liberation, leaving millions dead and many more displaced.
1945, The Year That Changed History
Chaos marked WWII's final year as Nazis fought in the east, the Red Army advanced, and Allies freed France.
Wings: World War II In The Skies
WWII pilots and engineers battled with Spitfires, Hurricanes, Zeros, Hellcats, ME 109s, and more.
Wings: World War II In The Skies
The "Hell Hawks" fight in D-Day's skies, while the Avenger sinks Japan's largest battleship.
The Air War: The Escalation of Allied Bombing
Examine the shift to "area bombing" to break civilian morale, the industrial destruction wrought by Allied air forces, and the high human cost
Wings of the Great War
1916 Aegean air battles test fearless pilots in dangerous early combat missions.
Wings of the Great War
Air power expands in Macedonia as Rudolf von Eschwege dominates the skies.
Total War
Interwar conflicts previewed WWII's total war, refining global methods of destruction and chaos.
Total War
Total war demands full resource mobilization as appeasement fails to prevent global conflict.
Total War
WWII blurred lines between warfront and home, highlighting resistance under harsh occupations.
Total War
WWII civilians became both defenders and targets amid massive, unprecedented aerial warfare.
Total War
WWII enabled the Holocaust, with total war creating conditions for its execution and expansion.
D-Day: Secrets of the Solent
D-Day saw 453 air sorties from the Solent to support the massive Normandy assault.
In Defence Of The Reich: Hitler's Atlantic Wall
In this documentary, in 1942, Hitler ordered the construction of extensive coastal defenses & fortifications.
Nero - The Evil Roman Emperor
Emperor Nero, born in Antium, saw his exiled mother return for her centennial games appearance.
The Wall: Rome's Great Northern Frontier
History Hit commemorates Hadrian's Wall's 1900th birthday, showcasing its significance in Roman dominance
Alexander The Great: The Greatest Heist In History
In 321 BC, the theft of Alexander the Great's funeral carriage sparked bloody conflict.
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle, a 2,000-year-old ruin, links to King Arthur and served as beacon, spring, and home.
Castles That Made Britain
Medieval expert Matt Lewis embarks on a thrilling journey to Britain's iconic castles in his new series.
Castles That Made Britain
Ludlow Castle Norman power from 1086, evolving from timber to stone with strong medieval defenses.
Castles That Made Britain
Matt Lewis explores Conwy Castle, a royal jewel of Edward I, examining its French and Tudor ties.
Gwrych Castle: Catastrophe To Celebrity
Gwrych Castle hosts I'm a Celebrity in 2020, expert Mark Baker shares its rich Iron Age history.
Great British Houses
Stourhead reflects Grand Tours, Picturesque, Palladianism & Gothic Revival in its 18th-c. design.
Great British Houses
Vita Sackville-West's Sissinghurst: a garden, a home, and a life of love, writing, and passion.
Great British Houses
Ham House: Stuart-era art, secrets, and espionage-Murrays survived war through wit and alliances.
Great British Houses
Hughenden Manor reveals Disraeli's rise from dandy to PM, shaping history with Queen Victoria.
Walking With Churchill with Andrew Roberts
Andrew Roberts shares a selection of items from his Winston Churchill collection, documenting the fascinating life of one of Britain's most iconic figures.
Winston Churchill - Britain's Greatest Prime Minister
Winston Churchill, born in 1874, was raised by Elizabeth Everest and attended Saint George's School
Churchill: The Road to Victory
A courageous politician, led Great Britain to victory in World War II after P.M Chamberlain's resignation.
D-Day: Secrets of the Solent
D-Day saw 453 air sorties from the Solent to support the massive Normandy assault.
In Defence Of The Reich: Hitler's Atlantic Wall
In this documentary, in 1942, Hitler ordered the construction of extensive coastal defenses & fortifications.
Nero - The Evil Roman Emperor
Emperor Nero, born in Antium, saw his exiled mother return for her centennial games appearance.
The Wall: Rome's Great Northern Frontier
History Hit commemorates Hadrian's Wall's 1900th birthday, showcasing its significance in Roman dominance
Alexander The Great: The Greatest Heist In History
In 321 BC, the theft of Alexander the Great's funeral carriage sparked bloody conflict.
Tintagel Castle
Tintagel Castle, a 2,000-year-old ruin, links to King Arthur and served as beacon, spring, and home.
Castles That Made Britain
Medieval expert Matt Lewis embarks on a thrilling journey to Britain's iconic castles in his new series.
Castles That Made Britain
Ludlow Castle Norman power from 1086, evolving from timber to stone with strong medieval defenses.
Castles That Made Britain
Matt Lewis explores Conwy Castle, a royal jewel of Edward I, examining its French and Tudor ties.
Gwrych Castle: Catastrophe To Celebrity
Gwrych Castle hosts I'm a Celebrity in 2020, expert Mark Baker shares its rich Iron Age history.
Great British Houses
Stourhead reflects Grand Tours, Picturesque, Palladianism & Gothic Revival in its 18th-c. design.
Great British Houses
Vita Sackville-West's Sissinghurst: a garden, a home, and a life of love, writing, and passion.
Great British Houses
Ham House: Stuart-era art, secrets, and espionage-Murrays survived war through wit and alliances.
Walking With Churchill with Andrew Roberts
Andrew Roberts shares a selection of items from his Winston Churchill collection, documenting the fascinating life of one of Britain's most iconic figures.
Winston Churchill - Britain's Greatest Prime Minister
Winston Churchill, born in 1874, was raised by Elizabeth Everest and attended Saint George's School
Korea, The Forgotten War in Colour
U.S. Army War College are arranging virtual panel discussion to commemorate the 70th anniversary of Korean War
Korea, The Forgotten War in Colour
The US Army's black units increased to 12.4%, but the Department of Defense struggled to integrate them.
China's Forgotten War
The world is a battlefield with Nazi Germany attempting to take over Europe, but halfway around the world anot
Episode 02
Whilst Nazi Germany tries to take over Europe, another battle is happening, China is under attack from Japan.
Forbidden Knowledge: Forgotten Cities Lost in TIme
The discovery of lost underground cities, potentially older than time
Asia's Ancient Civilisations: Kingdoms of the East
Peter Lee reflects on Seoul's change and the restoration of Korea's royal heritage.
Asia's Ancient Civilisations: Kingdoms of the East
Peter Lee traces ancient kingdoms and Japan's samurai-era firearm traditions.
Asia's Ancient Civilisations: Kingdoms of the East
Peter Lee explores Okinawa's cultural blend of tradition, food, and global influence.
Asia's Ancient Civilisations: Kingdoms of the East
Peter Lee learns about Ainu culture in Hokkaido, blending tradition, nature, and craft.
Mysteries Unearthed
Davy Crockett, American folk hero, famed for heroic death resisting Mexico at the Alamo.
Mysteries Unearthed
The Lost Dutchman Mine, tied to Jacob Waltz, blurs legend and truth as a famed hidden treasure.
Mysteries Unearthed
Scott probes Southern Utah treasure linked to Aztec empire via tunnels after receiving cryptic tip.
Art in the Ancient World
This short film tells the story of Ancient Egyptian artists.
Mysteries Unearthed
Appalachian legend: giant with 7 claws marked sacred rock with symbols key to Cherokee culture.