Francis Drake: The Dark Side Of Elizabeth I's Favourite Pirate | Great Adventurer

During the reign of Elizabeth I, Sir Walter Raleigh was at the height of his fame. The Queen admired the explorer for his bravery and good looks, despite his reckless behavior. Raleigh set sail for what he believed to be a "City of Gold" in South America. Raleigh then published an account of his journey in his book "El Dorado". But his reckless behavior eventually made him unpopular in court, and after three stints in the Tower of London's prison, he was beheaded.

Before there was Pirates of the Caribbean, there was Treasure Island. Critics hail it as the most famous pirate story in history. Since its publication over a century ago, Robert Louis Stevenson's Treasure Island popularized the most potent symbols of pirate lore: swashbuckling seamen, uncharted tropical islands, and dog-eared treasure maps marked with an 'X'. And now, it appears that the novel may have been inspired by a real treasure - on an island no one has ever searched - until now. The Real Treasure Island follows Alex Campus as he travels to exotic locales to unlock the true story behind a literary masterpiece. From the foggy Scottish Highlands to the sun-kissed islands of the South Pacific, Campus follows a treasure trail of clues -each one triggering dramatic recreations that tell the true story behind Stevenson's tale.

Time Team go to a gravel pit that is soon to become landfill, where they attempt to unearth 200,000-year-old remains of mammoths and other prehistoric animals. Gravel pits are typical sites for paleolithic remains, but the chances of finding evidence of any prehistoric peoples are remote.

Burma's Open Road explores the lives of every day Burmese intertwined with the fortunes of the reconstruction of the Burma Road through Asia's last great wilderness. Guided by the insights of a Buddhist monk, the film offers unprecedented access into Myanmar and the plight of opium growers, soldiers, villagers, poachers and prospectors, each connected by the reconstruction of an ancient road and is impact on their environment.

This documentary explores the legend of Cocos Island, a secluded island off the coast of Costa Rica, rumored to hold a vast pirate treasure. In the late 19th century, German engineer August Gisler becomes captivated by this myth after obtaining a pirate's diary detailing the treasure's location. Driven by obsession, Gisler spends 17 years battling the island's harsh conditions in his relentless search. Despite facing numerous hardships, including financial difficulties and natural obstacles, Gisler's quest remains unfulfilled. This gripping tale of ambition and mystery delves into the allure of hidden riches and the lengths one man will go to uncover them. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!

A journey to some of Britain's least known islands, exploring the wildlife of these regions, meeting the people that live there, and exploring the history and culture of these areas. Join a voyage to Farne Islands, home to seals and seabirds, early Christian communities and one of the first landing sites for the terrifying Viking raiders. Plus, a voyage to the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides, visiting the 5000-year-old standing stones of Callanish, traditional Scottish blackhouses and cutting peat with a modern crofter. An exploration of Rathlin Island includes a visit to a Neolithic stone tool factory, a unique upside-down lighthouse, and a WWII shipwreck. While a trip through England's South Coast includes diving with blue sharks, exploring the battlements of Drake's Island, learning the origins of Scouts and checking out fossils on the Isle of Wight. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!