Château de Chambord: Da Vinci's "Impossible" Project

Step into the scandalous world of Lola Montez, the 19th-century seductress who toppled a king and defied every rule. Discover her wild journey and legacy of rebellion. In this captivating documentary, we unravel the extraordinary life of Lola Montez - one of history's first true celebrities and a master of seduction and reinvention. From her tumultuous childhood in Ireland and India, to her scandalous affairs with composer Franz Liszt and King Ludwig I of Bavaria, Lola's story is a whirlwind of passion, ambition, and controversy. Explore how she used her charm and audacity to navigate the restrictive society of her time, ultimately becoming a countess and a powerful figure in European politics. The video dives deep into Lola's complex relationships, including the love that led a king to abdicate his throne, and her infamous reputation that both captivated and enraged 19th-century Europe. You'll see how Lola's fearless independence challenged social norms, sparked revolutions, and left her mark on history as a symbol of female empowerment. Learn about her reinvention in America, her literary success, and her lasting influence as a

In August 1980 a sniper gunned down two young black men that were strolling through the park with two white women. This case was suspected to be a civil rights violation, bringing FBI to investigate the crime. What followed was the arrest, trial and conviction of white supremacist serial killer Joseph Paul Franklin.

For four centuries, the finest architects of the Middle Ages battled the laws of physics to construct the Strasbourg Cathedral, a building so ambitious it remained the tallest in the Christian world until the 19th century. Standing at a staggering 142 meters, this "medieval skyscraper" was a high-stakes gamble involving revolutionary Gothic techniques, a secret iron skeleton, and human-powered "hamster wheel" cranes. Licensed to Little Dot Studios. WONDER is packed with binge worthy reality documentaries for hours of entertainment. Check out our hub of diverse and empowering stories which explore the extreme side of life!

Journey across Britain with leading archaeologists as they unearth ground-breaking discoveries that rewrite human history. In this documentary episode, we travel from Norwich Castle Museum into the heart of the Cambridgeshire Fens to explore Must Farm - Britain’s "Bronze Age Pompeii" - revealing industrial-scale fishing, pristine log boats, and combat-scarred weaponry. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺 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 by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.

Experience the fall of Nazi Germany as never before through the lens of legendary Hollywood director George Stevens and the US Air Force’s Special Film Project 186. This video features rare 16mm color footage documenting the final months of World War II in Europe, from the fall of Aachen to the liberation of the concentration camps. While the world saw the war in black and white, Stevens and his team captured the vibrant, yet devastating reality of a collapsing empire. These reels, lost for years in Stevens’ estate, provide an "oppressive authenticity" to the end of the conflict. War Stories is your one-stop shop for all things military history. From Waterloo to Verdun, we'll be bringing you only the best documentaries and stories from history's most engaging and dramatic conflicts. 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 by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and

This documentary highlights the early, turbulent years of Prince Harry—from his "spare" status and academic struggles at Eton to his infamous scandals and the "fiery Spencer temper" he inherited from Diana’s side. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 📺 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 by world renowned historians like Dan Snow, Eleanor Janega, Tristan Hughes, Mary Beard, Matt Lewis and more.