The Legend Of Muhammad Ali: Boxer, Activist, Humanitarian, Icon

Stripped of her "Her Royal Highness" title and rejected by the House of Windsor, Princess Diana refused to fade into the background. Explore the story of how a shy teenager transformed into a global icon, outshining the British monarchy and exposing deep rivalries within the Royal Family. Discover the personal battles, public triumphs, and lasting legacy of the "Queen of People's Hearts." 💚 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.

Explore the history behind The Great Wall Of China in this captivating documentary spanning 2,000 years. From its origins in ancient China to its modern-day symbolism, discover how this monumental structure shaped dynasties, protected empires, and influenced cultures. Journey 1,500 miles from the Yellow Sea to the vast deserts of the West, tracing the wall's formidable path through mountains and plains. Witness its construction by 14 dynasties, each fortifying against Mongol invasions, and its transformation into a UNESCO World Heritage site and global icon. Unveil the secrets of China's most famous landmark, reflecting its enduring legacy in the modern world. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!

Explore the fascinating life of Winston Churchill, a complex figure known for his inspiring leadership and controversial beliefs. This documentary unveils the man behind the myth, from his aristocratic roots to his iconic status during WWII. Using rarely seen footage and personal photographs, discover the true story of Churchill, as told by those who knew him best. Witness his journey from a young officer to Britain's Prime Minister, and his relentless pursuit of greatness despite personal and political challenges. 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

See Pompeii as never before in this new documentary. The story of Pompeii’s destruction is renowned across the world. In 79 AD, this prosperous Roman town was destroyed by a massive, volcanic eruption. Pompeii became frozen in time, only to be rediscovered c.1500 years later. Vesuvius’ eruption has preserved Pompeii in its final moments. The wealth of archaeology that has been unearthed over the past few centuries here is extraordinary. From gladiator graffiti to political adverts. And amidst all of this archaeology, we even have the names of actual Pompeiians surviving. The stories of everyday people - men and women - who lived and worked all around the town some 2,000 years ago. Not emperors, empresses and generals. But bakers, barmen and prostitutes whose stories are usually lost to history. Tristan Hughes explores the stories of some of these men and women who called Pompeii home. Wealthy villa owners such as the entrepreneurial businesswoman Julia Felix, who owned a luxurious estate near the amphitheatre and converted part of her property into a restaurant. The plucky bar owner Sextus Amarantus, who

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.

This documentary unveils the monumental engineering and scandalous history behind the Château de Chambord, a structure so ambitious it was once deemed impossible. Commissioned by the young, visionary King Francis I and designed in collaboration with the legendary Leonardo da Vinci, this "stone giant" was built on a treacherous swamp using revolutionary 3D-like geometry, including its famous double-helix staircase. From hiding the Mona Lisa during WWII to bankrupting the French treasury, the video explores the construction secrets, the "coded messages" in its architecture, and the 500-year-old mystery of its missing floor plans. 💚 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.