The True Story of Alexander the Great in Ancient Egypt

Journey inside Petra's ancient city in this brand NEW history documentary. History Hit’s Tristan Hughes travels to the magnificent ancient wonder of Petra - a once thriving city now abandoned in the middle of the desert. From advanced engineering to beautiful rock cut tombs, we uncover the reality of Petra and the fascinating civilisation that built it, the Nabataeans. 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.

Perhaps Jesus Christ's most famous miracle is coming back from the dead, but what if someone had done it before? A groundbreaking new piece of archaeology suggests that there was a messiah from before the time of Christ who returned from the dead after three days. What could this mean for Christianity? Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

A full series of History Hit videos on the most fascinating archaeological discoveries over the past year. Join presenters Tristan Hughes, Luke Tomes, Dan Snow and James Rogers as they join some of the most exciting historical excavations across Europe. We start of at the British Museum, where host of The Ancients, Tristan Hughes is given special access to the 'World of Stonehenge exhibition' to speak to the team responsible for the discovery of an elaborately decorated 5,000-year-old chalk cylinder, buried with three child skeletons in Yorkshire, and as old as the first phase of Stonehenge - described as the "most important piece of prehistoric art to be found in Britain in the last 100 years". Next, Dan Snow catches up with a team of archaeologists uncovering a large Anglo-Saxon burial site in Wendover, Buckinghamshire - found whilst working on the HS2 high speed railway project. Almost three quarters of the graves found contain high quality grave goods, suggesting the site was the final resting place of a wealthy Anglo-Saxon community. Luke Tomes then travels to Aldbourne in Wiltshire, which

Ancient Rome, perhaps more than any other ancient city, dominated the ancient Mediterranean. But what is the history of this city and what was it like to live there? Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

Joann Fletcher investigates some of Ancient Egypt's most enigmatic mummies and the cause of their death. Each of them hides a gruesome Egypt and in the ancient world, things often aren't as they seem. Odyssey is your journey into the world of Ancient History; from the dawn of Mesopotamia to the fall of Rome. We'll be bringing you only the best documentaries that journey into the mysteries and ruins of worlds long lost.

Dive deep into the captivating journey of the Swiss Army Knife on Wicked Inventions. From its ancient Roman counterpart to its rebirth in 1880s Switzerland, uncover how this pocket-sized marvel evolved into a symbol of multi-functionality. With 800 tools and 350 versions, discover its intricate manufacturing and how this iconic gadget remains relevant in today's tech-driven era. ------- Wicked Inventions is a captivating TV series that dives deep into the intriguing histories behind everyday objects and groundbreaking technologies. Through a blend of expert interviews, meticulous research, and detailed reconstructions, the show unravels the often unexpected origins and inspirations of inventions. From the humble beginnings of common gadgets to the pioneering breakthroughs in advanced tech, Wicked Inventions offers a comprehensive exploration of mankind's innovative spirit and the tales of ingenuity that shape our modern world. ------- Welcome to Banijay History, the ultimate destination for history buffs and enthusiasts! Our the original video platform channel features an extensive collection of history documentaries, historical TV series, and full-length history documentary series that cover everything from ancient history to military history and beyond. Our