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The Pulitzer Prizes - A Legacy of Excellence, directed by Oscar and Emmy winner Kirk Simon, marks the 100-year anniversary of one of the world’s most prestigious honors in journalism and the arts. Through powerful, real-life stories, the film brings to life the courage, truth, and impact behind Pulitzer-winning work. Featuring dramatic readings by acclaimed actors including Helen Mirren, Natalie Portman, Liev Schreiber, John Lithgow, and Yara Shahidi, the documentary immerses viewers in the words that shaped history - stories of war, injustice, resilience, and human triumph. More than a celebration, this is a compelling exploration of storytelling at its highest level - revealing the voices that challenge power, bear witness to truth, and define generations. ------- Chapters ▷ 00:00 - Introduction: The Pulitzer Standard - Excellence in Writing ▷ 01:24 - Winning the Pulitzer - The Moment Everything Changes ▷ 03:21 - Joseph Pulitzer’s Vision ▷ 05:04 - Journalism, Risk & Responsibility ▷ 09:11 - The Life of Joseph Pulitzer ▷ 10:50 - Fiction, Voice & Creative Authority ▷ 15:54 - Pulitzer Prizes as American History ▷ 16:51

This feature programme celebrates the life of Diana, Princess of Wales and draws upon previously unseen archive and new insights since her death to piece together a portrait of the most iconic woman of the 20th century. ------- Chapters ▷ 00:00 - Introduction ▷ 02:22 - Diana and Charles' upbringing ▷ 09:25 - The beginning of the relationship ▷ 14:58 - The problems began once the engagement was announced ▷ 19:04 - The reality of royal life brings out a new side to Diana ▷ 23:20 - The Royal Wedding ▷ 28:31 - Camilla, Diana's eating disorder and the break down of the marriage ▷ 36:56 - Accepting the collapse of the marriage, raising her children through the separation ▷ 41:44 - Media attention ▷ 46:42 - The car crash ▷ 54:16 - William and Harry at the funeral ▷ 58:28 - The Princess of the People ▷ 1:00:30 - Credits ------- ------- An in-depth documentary to commemorate the twentieth anniversary of Princess Diana’s death. Original Title: Diana, Princess of Wales: A Celebration of a Life on the Edge Directed

How important were dogs in our history? In this new History Hit series Mike Loades embarks on a hands-on exploration into the amazing history of dogs - from giant Newfoundlands to skilled sheep dogs, delightful chamber dogs to resilient carriage dogs. It’s a fascinating story of how humans and dogs have lived and worked together for thousands of years - and in each period certain dogs stand out. In the first episode Mike follows the pawprints of history back to Tudor times, an era when you could find dogs both on the hunt and in the laps of courtiers. With his active approach to history, and using an original Tudor dog manual, Mike tracks down a fugitive with bloodhounds (just as the Earl of Essex did in Ireland), he uses poodles to retrieve crossbow bolts from a lake, tests a spaniel ‘on point’ with a gosshawk and discovers the sad tale of Anne Boleyn’s pet dog, Purkoy. In the second episode, Dogs in the Age of Revolutions. Mike opens a window on a fascinating era of great change in society

This film is about an adventurous petty bourgeois entrepeneur who went to Africa in the 19th century to exploit natural resorces, establish new markets and gain new territories for his fatherland, Germany. Original title: Love of Empire - Germany's obscure past in Africa A film by Peter Heller © 1978, Filmkraft Peter Heller

Step inside the mysterious halls of Howth Castle and discover the fascinating connections between Irish history, Jonathan Swift, and even Bing Crosby! Explore legends, literature, and hidden stories. In this immersive journey, we wander through Howth Castle, uncovering tales of pirate queens, ancient battles, and the enduring legacy of the St. Lawrence family. You'll hear about the legendary sword of Sir Almerich St Lawrence and visit the castle’s historic library, once graced by Jonathan Swift himself. The video delves into Swift’s wit, his sharp political satire, and his colorful connections to Ireland and London, offering insight into his most famous works, including Gulliver’s Travels and the Drapier Letters. But the adventure doesn’t stop in the past. We leap forward to the 1960s, when global superstar Bing Crosby, proud of his Irish roots, chose Howth Castle as the backdrop for a special TV broadcast. Hear firsthand recollections of Crosby’s visit, learn about his family’s journey from Cork to America, and see how Irish culture continues to inspire across generations. This video is a blend of history, literature, and pop culture

Join us at Chalke History Festival, the UK’s biggest celebration of living history, as we explore how human careers have evolved from the Stone Age to the Age of Exploration. Join Kyle Cairns as he tries his hand at ancient and historic trades — from Neolithic cordage weaving to the mastery of sail making. Each craft is judged on skill, difficulty, working conditions, social status, and whether our host could actually do the job — all to find the ultimate historical career! Expect hands-on lessons, fascinating insights from living historians, and a fresh appreciation for the trades that built civilisation. Huge shoutout to our contributors at Prehistory To Present, Heritage Blades, Chanz De Reiz, The Historic Sailmmaker, Pario Gallico, and of course Chalke History Festival for making it all possible! Directed and produced by McKenna Fernandez. Written and presented by Kyle Cairns. Edited by Matthew Wilson and Ben Keir. You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of