The Wild West Legend Of The Lost Dutchman's Goldmine

Monty treks one of the toughest and most famous trails out of Nazi occupied France, taking him through the valleys and passes of the Pyrenees mountain range and into Spain. His route was part of an escape network that began in Paris and would have been fraught with danger – from German soldiers, the Vichy police, local informers, and the mountains themselves. We also meet Bob Frost, who, aged just 19, made the treacherous crossing, and hear remarkable stories of bravery and defiance from the local people, who used their knowledge of the mountains to lead thousands like Bob to safety. Documentary Central is the home for compelling documentaries tackling subjects like history, climate change, wildlife, conspiracy and more.

A look at the camp from which Vikings invaded Britain and groundbreaking evidence that the world-famous Avebury stone circle isn't just a sacred site but a place where people lived and worked. In Staffordshire, the oldest Iron Age gold in Britain is unearthed. 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.

China's western regions are undergoing rapid urbanisation and population growth, creating a rising demand for nutritious food sources like yak meat and milk. Scientists from China and Germany are collaborating to breed wild yaks with domestic yaks to enhance their productivity. The Datong farm, a high-altitude research facility, plays a crucial role in this effort, aiming to produce hardier and more efficient yaks. This initiative not only addresses food supply challenges but also combats the threats posed by climate change and overgrazing, ensuring the preservation of these valuable animals for the future.

Rennes-le-Château, a small village in France with a population of less than 100, was made famous by the village priest Bérenger Saunière. A priest who grew up in poverty, but seemingly stumbled upon unbelievable wealth, so much so that he completely redecorated his church, as well as built himself a house with that money. The origin of Saunière's money remains unknown to this day, though there are multiple theories - some more reliable than others - which has led to years of treasure hunters visiting the small French village. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits!

The legend of Atlantis might be more than just a myth - new discoveries in underwater ruins suggest this lost civilization mapped and navigated the ancient world with astonishing skill. Journey through the mysteries of Atlantis as we investigate Plato’s detailed accounts, submerged megalithic structures off Spain and Morocco, and the advanced mapping techniques thought to be far beyond their time. This documentary examines the evidence: sunken cities across the Mediterranean, massive dolmens in Spain, cyclopean stone work, and maps hinting that Ice Age civilizations had a precise understanding of Earth’s dimensions and star cycles. Did the Atlanteans possess global navigation methods? Was Atlas, their legendary leader, truly a master mapmaker whose methods echoed from Egypt to the Americas? Explore theories linking Atlantis to biblical accounts, the origins of the Aztecs, and lost civilizations from Basque Country to Central America. We delve into how the Antikythera Mechanism, ancient star mapping, and even the Great Pyramid’s measurements all point to a sophisticated prehistoric knowledge network. Could submerged ruins and ancient maps be the real, global clues to Atlantis’ reach? This film

The Honjo Masamune is perhaps the greatest Japanese sword ever made. Forged in the 13th century by the great sword smith Masamune it became the ceremonial sword of the ruling Tokugawa shoguns for 250 years. After their fall from power in 1868 the great sword continued to be passed down the generations into the 20th century, but in the aftermath of the Second World War it disappeared.