Canadian Tanks vs German Panthers - The Bloody Battle for Italy

Take a deep dive into the story of one of the most decisive battles in medieval history. In 1314, a massive English army headed into Scotland, led by King Edward II. He was on a mission to crush his arch enemy, the Scottish King, Robert the Bruce. The battle that followed, by the Bannock Burn, was a bloodbath that saw the river run red with English blood. It has been recounted over the centuries, from poems and songs to movies like ‘Braveheart’. Historian Helen Carr investigates the evidence around the battle: walking the ground to see just how it unfolded in the Scottish landscape and looking at 700 year old documents in the archives that reveal the triumph of the Bruce and the cataclysmic consequences for Edward II. Join us in a fascinating in-depth exploration of a battle that shaped frontiers and the fortunes of kings. 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 our documentaries presented

Experience the harrowing reality of the Battle of Stalingrad through firsthand accounts of survival, sacrifice, and the brutal struggle that changed the course of World War II. This video immerses you in the memories of soldiers and medics who endured the siege of Stalingrad, one of history’s most pivotal and devastating battles. Hear vivid recollections of relentless bombings, desperate house-to-house fighting, and the unimaginable conditions faced by both the Soviet defenders and the invading German forces. Through raw and personal testimony, you’ll learn how the fate of the Soviet Union hung in the balance as the Germans pressed towards the Volga, aiming to capture vital oil fields and break the Soviet resistance. Discover how Stalingrad became a nightmare of burning ruins, constant shelling, and unimaginable loss. The video details the strategies of generals like Zhukov, the infamous "not one step back" order, and the psychological toll on young recruits thrown into a relentless meat grinder. As the city was encircled and the tide turned, listen to the stories of miraculous survival, heartbreak, and the bittersweet victory that ultimately marked a

Discover unpublished and rarely seen photographs from the Battle of Berlin in 1945, brought together in an exclusive collection for history enthusiasts. More than 200 historical photographs take you through the final days of the Third Reich and reveal scenes rarely shown in documentaries. The Battle of Guadalcanal, fought between August 1942 and February 1943, marked a decisive turning point in the Pacific War. Following months of Japanese expansion, the United States launched its first major land offensive against the Empire of Japan. The primary objective was to prevent Japan from completing an airfield on Guadalcanal, in the Solomon Islands, from which it could threaten the vital sea lanes connecting the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. On August 7, 1942, thousands of U.S. Marines landed on the island and swiftly secured the airfield, later designated Henderson Field. The Japanese reaction was immediate and relentless. Tokyo dispatched troops, warships, and aircraft to recapture Guadalcanal, initiating a brutal six-month campaign of attrition. On land, American forces had to endure fierce nocturnal assaults, tropical diseases, severe supply shortages, and punishing terrain. Clashes

Discover unpublished and rarely seen photographs from the Battle of Berlin in 1945, brought together in an exclusive collection for history enthusiasts. More than 200 historical photographs take you through the final days of the Third Reich and reveal scenes rarely shown in documentaries. In the autumn of 1944, following the swift liberation of France and Belgium, Allied armies reached the borders of Germany. Facing them was the Siegfried Line, known to the Germans as the Westwall: an extensive defensive network comprising bunkers, fortifications, minefields, anti-tank obstacles, and prepared combat positions. What many hoped would mark the final drive into the heart of the Third Reich instead turned into a brutal sequence of grinding combat operations. American forces found themselves engaged in some of the war's bloodiest confrontations. Around Aachen, the first major German city captured by the Allies, troops were forced to fight through ruined buildings and heavily fortified strongpoints. Further south, the Hürtgen Forest emerged as a uniquely harrowing arena. Mountainous terrain, dense tree canopy, ubiquitous mines, and pre-sighted German artillery severely eroded the American advantage in mobility

Discover the real story behind the Ovets family - seven Jewish dwarf entertainers who survived Auschwitz against all odds. Their journey is stranger than any fairy tale. Join Warwick Davis as he unearths the incredible history of the Ovets siblings, the inspiration behind the “real seven dwarves.” This documentary traces their rise from acclaimed entertainers in pre-war Europe to their harrowing experiences during the Holocaust. Facing the horrors of Nazi Germany, the Ovets family’s talent and resilience became their only shield against extermination, catching the twisted interest of Dr. Josef Mengele in Auschwitz. Through rare interviews, archival footage, and firsthand accounts, we explore how their skills as performers both endangered and ultimately helped save their lives. Delve into the dark intersection of fairy tales, show business, and one of history’s greatest atrocities. Learn how the Ovets family’s story challenges our understanding of survival, identity, and the power of art in the face of unimaginable evil. Warwick Davis connects their experiences to his own journey as a performer with dwarfism, shedding light on the complexities of representation and acceptance through history.

After nine weeks of intensive treatment, four families face the final test of the Kids On Speed programme. As some children make remarkable progress with their ADHD and behaviour, others continue to struggle with violent tantrums, discipline and medication. With emotional breakthroughs, difficult decisions and surprising transformations, the experts discover just how much these families have changed – and how far they still have to go.