Who Really Murdered The Princes In The Tower?

During the victory celebrations of World War One, a rising star is found dead in her bed after a suspected overdose. 22-year-old Billie Carlton’s death caused shockwaves across the nation, adding fuel to a growing moral panic about sex, scandal and drugs. Hosts of After Dark, Anthony and Maddy are joined by Virginia Berridge, Professor of History and Health Policy at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, to explore the path to drug criminalisation in postwar London following the death of Billie Carlton. Together, they uncover the extraordinary history of drugs in Soho - London’s most notorious neighbourhood in the 1920s. Historic Soho has been brought to life in the new BBC show Dope Girls, which tells the story of Soho when female gangs ran the nightclubs after the First World War. You can watch now on @BBCiplayer in the UK, @stanaustralia in Australia and on @ctv in Canada.

Uncover the perplexing medieval murder mystery of King Edward II. Did he really die in Berkeley Castle, as history claims, or did he manage to escape his captors? Explore the intriguing theories surrounding his death and discover the truth behind this enigmatic historical enigma in this riveting episode of Medieval Murder Mysteries. ------- Medieval Murder Mysteries is a captivating historical documentary series that delves into the enigmatic and sinister crimes of the medieval era. With meticulous research and dramatic reenactments, the show unravels unsolved mysteries, murders, and intrigues from a time when justice was elusive. Explore the dark secrets, clues, and motives behind these age-old crimes as experts and historians shed light on the turbulent past. Join the journey into the heart of medieval darkness as each episode unveils a different chilling murder mystery, providing a window into a bygone world of treachery, deception, and the relentless quest for justice. ------- 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

Explore the baffling WWII mystery of Bella, the woman found murdered in Hagley Wood. Unravel the puzzle of her identity, connections to espionage, and the wartime intrigue surrounding her death. Delve into MI5's investigation, Joseph Jacobs' role, and the enigmatic Clara Bawerla. Join us in this captivating historical investigation. 🚨 Uncover the dark secrets with Nazi Murder Mysteries on Banijay History! Dive into the unsolved cases and hidden truths of the Third Reich. Delve into the riveting world of Nazi Murder Mysteries. Explore gripping and enigmatic cases intertwined with the Nazi era, shedding light on shocking incidents that span from Hitler's niece's mysterious death to a haunting serial killer haunting Berlin. Uncover the truth behind a tainted murder probe that reveals connections between the former King of Great Britain and Nazi finances. Join us on a journey through history's enigmatic shadows, where intrigue and investigations intertwine, revealing secrets that history tried to conceal. Explore our playlists for a deeper investigation into the chilling tales beyond Nazi Murder Mysteries! Welcome to Banijay History, the ultimate destination for history buffs and enthusiasts!

Historian Dan Snow heads to Birmingham to discover the true story of the infamous Peaky Blinders gang. Joined by author and local historian Carl Chinn, he sorts the facts about this 19th century gang from the popular myths. This is the true story of the Peaky Blinders, the criminal gang from Birmingham made famous by a TV show of the same name. But who were the real Peaky Blinders? And how did they get their name? The true story behind the name Peaky Blinders and the emergence of gangs in Birmingham is explored in this video. Contrary to popular belief, they did not use razor blades in their caps, but instead relied on various items such as boots and belts. The police's ongoing battle with the Peaky Blinders in the 19th century led to stronger policing and initiatives to keep young men from joining gangs.

The Real Peaky Blinders: What Do We Actually Know? Join historians Luke Tomes and Carl Chinn MBE as they explore the real history behind the infamous gang at the Black Country Living Museum, the filming location for the hit TV series (a Caryn Mandabach and Tiger Aspect Production – created and written by Steven Knight) With decades of research into the thugs, gangs and violence in Birmingham through the late 19th and early 20th century, Carl helps to sort the fact from the fiction, identifying the real-life figures behind some of the iconic characters, including Tommy Shelby, Alfie Solomons and Billy Kimber. Carl also makes a shocking revelation about his own personal connection to the gang, his great-grandfather having once been a member of the outfit. ‘Peaky Blinders: The Immortal Man’ is out in select cinemas from 6th March 2026, and will be streaming globally on Netflix from 20th March 2026. Photo credits: The West Midlands Police Museum / BirminghamLives You can now become a History Hit member right here on the original video platform! Join for access to a

Dan Snow meets up with Conrad Humphreys and Robert Blyth to learn more about the mutiny on HMS Bounty in 1789. In early 1789, Captain Bligh in the South Pacific suffered a mutiny among his crew on HMS Bounty. Put to sea with a small group of loyal sailors in one of the ship's boats, what followed was one of the epic stories of maritime history. For more than 40 days, Bligh and his men sailed across open Pacific waters until they reached safety. Dan Snow meets up with yachtsman Conrad Humphreys and Dr Robert Blyth, curator at Royal Museums Greenwich, to learn more about HMS Bounty, the mutiny and the extraordinary sea voyage that followed for Bligh and his small band of followers.