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Rome's Desert Cities
Archaeologists excavate a buried city in Jordan, dive a sunken temple in Italy, and explore Petra to shed new light on how...
Lost Ships of Rome
Archaeologists excavate a buried shipwreck, dive ancient ports and reconstruct Roman boats to uncover how Rome ruled the seas...
The Being The Queen
A captivating window into the extremely private life of Queen Elizabeth II.
Bombing Pompeii
Pompeii. The world’s most astonishing historical time capsule. Once a vibrant and sprawling Roman town, it was buried under...
The Final Act
January 1944: The German army is crumbling on every front. As they flee, the German soldiers destroy the evidence of their...
Defending Europe
Defending Europe explores the incredible ways different countries have protected their borders over the past 1000 years.
Poland
The story of how Poland, one of the most invaded countries in Europe, has survived against all the odds.
The Netherlands
The story of how the Netherlands, locked in a constant battle with water, has harnessed this threat to become a powerful...
France
Discovering how France constructed ingenious fortifications, on a massive scale, to defend itself against attacks from the east.
Francis Drake
Circumnavigation is the pinnacle of Drake’s career, cementing him in history as the world’s most controversial pirate.
Perfect Weapon
Perfect Weapon
Chaos Control
Chaos Control
Adventure Wanted
Adventure Wanted
Unforgettable History
Nazi Underworld
Nazi Underworld
Fear
Fear
St. Paul's Cathedral
Machu Pichu
Machu Pichu
Egypt's Secrets
We unlock Egypt's secret chambers to reveal centuries-old mysteries and magic.
From Communism To Terrorism
Nat Geo's 6-part series "1989," debuts with a dramatic look at a year of revolution around the world. Soviet leader Mikhail...