World History
Explore the history of the Americas, the Middle East, Africa, the Pacific and the East. From Chinese revolutions to Indian emancipation to American independence to African nationhood, there is so much to discover. Meet intriguing people like Castro, Ghandi and Mandela, witness the bloody battles that changed nations like the Vietnam War, the American Civil War and Rwandan Genocide; and examine major turning points like the atomic bomb, the Suez and Panama Canals and landing on the moon.
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Between Rome and China - The Empires of the East
<p>Following the collapse of the empire formed by the conquests of Alexander the Great, much of his former territories fell under the rule of the Graeco-Bactrians, Parthians and Kushans with these
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Stunning Stones
<p>Exquisite gemstones fascinate people, especially if they have a real “history”. We will take a look at the personal histories of a few famous diamonds – the Koh-i-nor, the Cullinan, the Hope and
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English Brothers
<p>Many sets of English brothers have achieved fame in royal circles as monarchs since 802 AD. Other brothers have been prominent in politics, the arts and entertainment and in criminal activities.
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Travel & Coffee - Berlin
<p>We spend a hectic day in Berlin, Germany’s capital. Berlin dates to the 13th century. Divided during the Cold War, its 18th-century Brandenburg Gate has become a symbol of reunification. We visit
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The English Republic 1649-1660
<p>Between 1649 and 1660 England was a Republic in which several Parliaments and Cromwell’s New Model Army contested for control of the country – both its political and religious settlement. Under the
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Lost in the Labyrinth
<p>Follow the trail of the amazing labyrinth – a path leading back to 3000BC. Invoking the myths of Theseus and the Minotaur in Bronze Age Crete, the mysterious maze has travelled as far east as India
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Pacific Exploration
<p>For Europeans from the 16th century on, the Pacific was a cornucopia of riches – of spices, people, and land – waiting for them to exploit, if they only had the courage and determination. But the
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<p>For Europeans from the 16th century on, the Pacific was a cornucopia of riches – of spices, people, and land – waiting for them to exploit, if they only had the courage and determination. But the
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King/Queen Makers
<p>Kingmakers are often described as "Machiavellian" or "Svengali like", Dougie Smith is feared as a mysterious backroom "Tory Fixer"” in the UK in recent years but we hear very little about him.
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A Night in the Garden
<p>Former President Donald Trump held an election rally at Madison Square Garden on 27th October 2024. Several commentators and news outlets commented on its similarities with the “Night at the Garden
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Time Travellers and Treasure Hunters
<p>Archaeologists have an insatiable curiosity. They have uncovered art objects, bodies, weapons, inscriptions and remnants of buildings from earlier empires. As students of history we continue to be
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