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This documentary explores the shocking history of the electric chair, from its invention to the first use in America. It delves into the fierce rivalry between Thomas Edison and George Westinghouse during the War of Currents, revealing how Edison used his influence to promote the electric chair as a new method of capital punishment. Learn how this deadly technology was born from a commercial power...

As winter sets in, the three farm dwellers must look further afield to earn money. Peter and Alex fish for crabs while Ruth hires herself out for domestic work. Ruth rides a bicycle and tries period cleaning techniques, including early vacuum cleaners. They separate growing calves from their mothers. Peter finds out how leather is made. They celebrate Christmas modestly, as poor farmers might have...

In this episode of Digging for Britain, archaeologists uncover remarkable Roman history across the UK. From Hadrian's Wall to Vindolanda Fort, they explore ancient military roads, forts, and a well-preserved Roman village. Notable finds include a rare glass bead, a Roman soldier's helmet, and a silver coin dating back to 222 AD. At Uden Villa, a grim discovery of 97 infant burials suggests a dark...

The first episode finds the farm team arriving at Weald and Downland in West Sussex. There are domestic tasks to tackle, from lighting fires with flint, making meals with depleted crops during the hunger gap and using a tread wheel to fetch water from the well. Peter and Tom's first job is to move the sheep to fresh grass. Wool at this time was known as 'the jewel in the realm', because it generat...

King Alfred of Wessex faced a crisis in 878 AD when a mounted force of Danes crossed into Wessex, catching him defenseless while his army had been disbanded. Despite the initial defeat, King Alfred was not finished. Alfred vowed to return victorious, earning the nickname "Alfred the Great" for his qualities of restraint, loyalty, generosity, chastity, and continence. Uploaded 06-10-24💚 Join the A...

Kate Humble uncovers the story of the world's most expensive spice - saffron, before travelling to Paplanta in Mexico, the birthplace of vanilla. Uploaded 12-06-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about...

The Tudors were one of British history's most influential and famous dynasties. Join Professor Alice Roberts and a team of expert archaeologists as they uncover the timeless masterpieces left behind by the Tudors. Uploaded 09-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts a...

Ruth, Peter and Tom look at the castle's place in the wider medieval world. 13th century Europe was a busy, developing, connected place, where work, trade, pilgrimages and Crusades gave people the opportunity to travel across the continent and beyond. Uploaded 11-06-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Lit...

Follow an eight-person volunteer team as they attempt to recreate the journey made by fur traders of the Hudson's Bay Company during the 1840s by travelling from Winnipeg to Hudson Bay. The trip covers 800 miles (1200 kilometers) and takes the team through the heart of the Canadian wilderness. Uploaded 13-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https:/...

Kate Humble embarks on a journey around the fabled spice islands of eastern Indonesia in search of two spices that launched epic voyages of discovery, caused bloody wars and shaped empires - nutmeg and cloves. Uploaded 05-06-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries pleas...

The Romans left a monumental impact on British history and culture. While some of this legacy is clear, other aspects lie hidden beneath our feet. Join Professor Alice Roberts and a team of expert archaeologists as they uncover the timeless masterpieces left behind by the Romans in Britain. Uploaded 16-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bi...

Have Archeologists uncovered a key strategic advantage that Wellington held over Napoleon at the Battle of Waterloo? Join Professor Alice Roberts and a team of expert archaeologists as they uncover the timeless masterpieces from across Britain and beyond. Uploaded 23-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on His...

David Reynolds takes a fresh look at the embattled presidency of Richard Nixon as he ran it largely from his 'den' - a hideaway office across the road from the White House. Uploaded 27-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presente...

Ruth, Peter and Tom enter the surprisingly colourful world of medieval interior design. The castles that we see today are in fact scarred by centuries of decay. Most of their original roofs, carpentry and interior finishes have long since disappeared, but in their heyday they were lavishly decorated. Uploaded 28-05-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now htt...

Investigating the most notorious murders ever to take place on the British railways. The cases start from 1864 with the the first murder on a British railway. Uploaded 30-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-ren...

There have been many events across the centuries that have played a transformative role in shaping life as we know it now. Join us for another episode, where we take a look at some of these momentous events from the 20th century and how it helped shape the century. Uploaded 23-05-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is p...

Discover the fascinating history of the men who climbed the North Face of the Eiger in the shadow of Hitler's Reich and the links between Alpine climbing and fascism. Uploaded 03-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by w...

Anne has been celebrated and damned, seen as either schemer or a victim. Her sister Mary is less remembered and often dismissed as a fool. But what was the truth? Uploaded 22-05-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com...

Join Julie Montagu as she explores the historic seat of the Earls of Sandwich, Hinchingbrooke House. Discover the intriguing history of this stately home and how the Montagus ultimately lost this grand property. Uploaded 06-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and...

The 13th century was known as the golden age of castle building. Most are still standing to this day, but many of the secrets of how they were constructed have been lost in time. How were they built? What methods were used? Uploaded 21-05-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any...

While Henry VIII may have helped turn Britain into a modern nation-state, he is far more famous for the number of wives he had. Why did Henry have so many spouses and why did many of them meet such an untimely end? Uploaded 10-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts...

Mary was a short-lived, little-favoured Catholic and Elizabeth was a long-reigning, all-admired Protestant. However, Henry VIII's daughters have more in common than meets the eye. Uploaded 16-05-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@lit...

Join Julie Montagu as she explores Stonor Park, a stately home famous for its enigmatic stone circle in the garden. Why is it there and what other secrets can be found in this historic home. Uploaded 13-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries releas...

Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6v-3Ai88oMUploaded 14-05-20Peter Ginn, Tom Pinfold and Ruth Goodman arrive at Guédelon, in the Burgundy region of France, to join the world's biggest archaeological experiment - a 25 year project to build a medieval castle from scratch, using only the tools and materials available in the 13th century. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit...

In this Iron Age special, Professor Alice Roberts and archaeologists from across Britain examine incredible finds that challenge the notion that Iron Age societies were primitive and warlike. From Britain's best-preserved chariot burial to the underwater remains of a crannog, watch as archaeologists reveal the secrets of pre-Roman Britain. Uploaded 17-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get...