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The True Story of Alexander the Great

2005

The True Story of Alexander the Great

2005
7
Tutored by Aristotle, helpless witness to his father's assassination, and a brilliant, pioneering tactician, Alexander the Great had conquered the known world--and sealed his legacy as one of history's most remarkable rulers--by the age of 25. In the year 334 B.C., 20-year-old King Alexander of Macedonia decided to bring the farthest reaches of the world under one domain. Over the next 12 years, he led a grand army across more than 20,000 miles and eventually brought all of Asia under his control, only to perish from battle wounds at the age of 32. Incorporating dramatic onsite reenactments with high-end computer graphics and the expertise of renowned scholars, THE TRUE STORY OF ALEXANDER THE GREAT is a special presentation from THE HISTORY CHANNEL®, examining the life and career of this military genius, impassioned lover, and fearless leader.
The World Wars

2014

The World Wars

2014
7.3
The story of three decades of war told through the eyes of various men who were its key players: Roosevelt, Hitler, Patton, Mussolini, Churchill, Tojo, DeGaulle and MacArthur. The series examines the two wars as one contiguous timeline starting in 1914 and concluding in 1945 with these unique individuals coming of age in World War I before ultimately calling the shots in World War II.
American Veteran

2021

American Veteran

2021
This four-part documentary series traces the veteran experience across the arc of American history and explores the present-day divide between civilian and veteran communities.
Living with Hitler

2021

Living with Hitler

2021
8.8
The Nazi era from 1993 to 1945 is illustrated through archived material, with insights and anecdotes provided by world-leading experts and commentators.
Land Girls

2009

Land Girls

2009
7.8
The lives, loves and highs and lows of four members of the Women's Land Army working at the Hoxley Estate during World War II.
Legendary Cities

2014

Legendary Cities

2014
8
Embark in a journey through some of the most beautiful cities in the world in this documentary series. Each episode features a new city and explores the many things that make it the legendary place it is today.
To Play the King

1993

To Play the King

1993
8
Francis Urquhart's survival at the top is threatened by the new king's populist agenda.
Bonaparte: The Egyptian Campaign

2017

Bonaparte: The Egyptian Campaign

2017
7.2
In the spring of 1798, Napoleon set out with 38,000 men and 10,000 sailors to conquer Egypt.
WWII in HD

2009

WWII in HD

2009
7.5
WWII in HD is a 10-part American documentary television miniseries that originally aired from November 15 to November 19, 2009 on the History Channel. The program focuses on the firsthand experiences of twelve American service members during World War II, including an Army nurse, a member of the Tuskegee Airmen, a second generation Japanese American and prisoner of war, and an Austrian Jewish immigrant. The twelve members recorded their time in both theaters and some had later interviews; found footage from the battlefield was paired with the stories of the twelve service members. The episodes premiered on five consecutive days, with two episodes per day. The series is narrated by Gary Sinise and was produced by Lou Reda Productions in Easton, Pennsylvania, United States.
Hitler vs Churchill: The Eagle and the Lion

2016

Hitler vs Churchill: The Eagle and the Lion

2016
A documentary which explores the remarkable parallels between the careers of Adolf Hitler and Winston Churchill, as well as their personal rivalry and animosity.
First Ladies Revealed

2017

First Ladies Revealed

2017
See how our first ladies have defined presidencies, reimagined the White House, and left their mark on American history.
WWII Air Crash Detectives

2014

WWII Air Crash Detectives

2014
2.5
Garth Barnard has a lifelong passion and unshakeable resolve to investigate how thousands of young Airmen from the Second World War died in catastrophic air accidents and training crashes.
FutureWeapons

2006

FutureWeapons

2006
7
Future Weapons, sometimes also written as FutureWeapons and Futureweapons, is a television series that premiered on April 19, 2006 on the Discovery Channel. Host Richard "Mack" Machowicz, a former Navy SEAL, reviews and demonstrates the latest modern weaponry and military technology. The program is currently broadcast on the Discovery Channel and Military Channel.
World War II: Secrets from Above

2022

World War II: Secrets from Above

2022
6.7
As we fly above the infamous battle sites of D-Day and Dunkirk, soar over hidden Nazi bunkers, and glide across lost battleships and sunken shipwrecks – this new series exposes secrets of World War Two - in a brand-new way.
Defending Europe

2024

Defending Europe

2024
6.2
Exploring defensive strategies, weapons and structures used across Europe over 2,000 years, shedding light on forgotten histories that shaped modern borders.
The Fatal Conflict: Judea and Rome

2018

The Fatal Conflict: Judea and Rome

2018
6
An exploration of the tumultuous life of King Herod the Great, as well as the rise and fall of the kingdom of Judea under the Roman Empire, through the words of Titus Flavius Josephus, a Romanized Jewish historian.
WWI: The First Modern War

2014

WWI: The First Modern War

2014
7
When ancient war tactics became overwhelmed by powerful new weapons like tanks, air attacks, weapons of mass destruction and submarines, a pivotal game-changing moment in history occurred. History is delving into the background of each weapon explaining the how and why they were developed, the strategy, and their ultimate effectiveness.
World War I: The Great War

2009

World War I: The Great War

2009
HISTORY is proud to present the definitive collection of documentary programs on World War One. Experience the world-changing events from the birth of what became known as The Great War to the tragic, final day where over 13,000 men died. From the first dogfighters and the Red Baron, to the battle of The Somme, John J. Pershing, The Iron General and the Last Day of WWI. In the four year period from 1914 - 1918, the war was responsible for over 40 million casualties and over 20 million deaths. Join the brave servicemen of land, sea, and air as they valiantly fought alongside their Allied brothers in this "war to end all wars."
Life of a Mistress

2019

Life of a Mistress

2019
4.8
Polina Lebedeva, daughter of the childless prince Alexei Petrovich Golovin, is the most enviable bride of the Yamburg district. During the ball in honor of her birthday, Alexei Petrovich dies of a heart attack. This grief is only the beginning of hard trials, destined for the girl ..
The Warrior's Way

2020

The Warrior's Way

2020
7.7
The most eminent fighters in human history, detailing the greatest achievements on the battlefields, command of their armies, brilliant strategies and unique fighting styles that enabled them to conquer their enemies in overwhelming force.