Surviving the Graveyard of the Pacific - Deadly Crossing - Maritime Documentary

In the Battle for Guadalcanal, whilst fierce jungle fighting took place on the ground, one of the biggest aerial battles was taking place in the skies above. This documentary follows archaeologists as they study well preserved ruins on the groud to work out follow the story of this epic dogfight

Baptized at the Birthplace of the Blue Nile | Joanna Lumley: Jewel in the Nile | Season 1 Episode 3 examines the specific people, events and evidence presented in this documentary. Join Joanna Lumley on an extraordinary journey through Egypt in Jewel in the Nile, as she follows the legendary Nile River and discovers the stories, traditions, landscapes, and people that make this ancient land so fascinating. From the banks of the Nile to remarkable historic sites, Joanna takes viewers on a captivating adventure through one of the world’s most iconic regions. Along the way, Joanna Lumley explores Egypt’s ancient history and modern culture, meeting local people and uncovering the enduring connection between the Nile and everyday life. She visits spectacular temples, historic landmarks, bustling communities, and places filled with centuries of stories, offering a fascinating perspective on the civilization that grew around the world’s longest river. With its breathtaking scenery, rich heritage, ancient wonders, and personal encounters, Joanna Lumley: Jewel in the Nile brings Egypt and the Nile Valley to life. Whether you are fascinated by Ancient Egypt, Egyptian

A Glimpse At The Nubian Pharaoh’s Mother | Joanna Lumley: Jewel in the Nile | Season 1 Episode 2 examines the specific people, events and evidence presented in this documentary. Join Joanna Lumley on an extraordinary journey through Egypt in Jewel in the Nile, as she follows the legendary Nile River and discovers the stories, traditions, landscapes, and people that make this ancient land so fascinating. From the banks of the Nile to remarkable historic sites, Joanna takes viewers on a captivating adventure through one of the world’s most iconic regions. Along the way, Joanna Lumley explores Egypt’s ancient history and modern culture, meeting local people and uncovering the enduring connection between the Nile and everyday life. She visits spectacular temples, historic landmarks, bustling communities, and places filled with centuries of stories, offering a fascinating perspective on the civilization that grew around the world’s longest river. With its breathtaking scenery, rich heritage, ancient wonders, and personal encounters, Joanna Lumley: Jewel in the Nile brings Egypt and the Nile Valley to life. Whether you are fascinated by Ancient Egypt, Egyptian history,

12,000 Lives Taken by London’s Deadly Smog | The Great Smog: Winter of '52 | Season 1 Episode 2 examines the specific people, events and evidence presented in this documentary. The winter of 1952 brought one of the darkest disasters in London’s history. As freezing temperatures settled over the city, huge amounts of coal smoke mixed with stagnant air, creating a thick and toxic smog that covered London for days. The Great Smog: Winter of '52 takes you inside this terrifying event, exploring how the deadly fog transformed everyday life, brought transportation to a standstill, caused widespread illness, and contributed to thousands of deaths. What looked like an ordinary London fog quickly became a silent killer. This documentary examines the causes of the Great Smog, the people caught in the disaster, the shocking impact on London, and the government's response as the true scale of the tragedy became clear. It also follows the aftermath and how this catastrophe helped push Britain toward stronger clean-air laws. Part of a series exploring history’s most shocking disasters and forgotten turning points, this episode

From stardom, hitting rock bottom, and back to the top, Robert Downey Jr. is one of the most successful actors in Hollywood, thanks to his incredible charismatic demeanor. From his hardships to his incredible retribution. This is... Robert Downey Jr. Documentary Central is the home for compelling documentaries tackling subjects like history, climate change, wildlife, conspiracy and more.

After Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor, their empire expanded rapidly across the Pacific. But the tide began to turn as the Americans launched their first major offensive against Japan on the island of Guadalcanal. Witness the challenges faced by both American and Japanese troops in the unforgiving jungle. 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 find more from us on