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Timeline - World History Documentaries

Welcome to Timeline - the home of world history. Every week we'll be bringing you one-off documentaries and series from the world's top broadcasters, including the BBC, Channel 4, Discovery and PBS.

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  • Today · 1 hr 42 min

    The Most Powerful Women In The Ottoman Empire | Hidden World Of The Harem | Timeline

    Embark on a journey to explore the hidden world of the Harem, a world that has long been shrouded by mystery and erotic fantasies. In the 16th century the Turkish city of Istanbul was ruled by Suleyman the Magnificent. The center of his power was Topkapi Palace - at the heart of which was the harem. Into it came hundreds of women from all over the empire and beyond. It was a place where sex could equal power. This documentary tells the story of how some of these women came to play a pivotal role in running the world's largest empire from inside the mysterious and sometimes violent world of the Harem. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 57 min

    The Complex Legacy Of Alexander The Great: Conquering The Known World In 12 Years

    Discover the epic rise and sudden fall of history's ultimate military mastermind: Alexander the Great. From the brutal assassination of his father, King Philip II, to outmaneuvering massive Persian armies at Gaugamela against five-to-one odds, this premium documentary uncovers the tactical genius behind the legend. We explore his meticulous siege of Tyre, his divine ambitions, and the savage Indian campaign that pushed his veterans to the breaking point. This is the complete historical breakdown of the man who reshaped the ancient world before dying at just thirty-three. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 55 min

    Monte Cassino: The Brutal WW2 Battle That Exacted A Staggering Human Cost | Monte Cassino | Timeline

    In March 1944 the 1st and 4th Essex Battalion's were enmeshed in one of the most bloody, dramatic British engagements of the war - five brutal days of fighting for the key obstacle on the allied route to Rome. This is the story of the men who captured the mountain top. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 2 hr 44 min

    Why Did Mesoamerica's Most Powerful Empires Suddenly Vanish?

    Journey deep into the heart of the ancient Americas as we unearth the secrets of Chichen Itza, Tikal, and Teotihuacan. Using revolutionary LiDAR technology and daring excavations, experts reveal the engineering genius behind towering pyramids, hidden underground tunnels, and complex water systems. Why did these flourishing civilizations suddenly collapse into ash and ruin? Explore the dramatic rise, bloody rituals, and mysterious downfalls of Mesoamerica's most powerful empires. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 55 min

    Why Britain's Dark Ages Remain Shrouded In Mystery | King Arthur's Britain | Timeline

    Francis Pryor examines the relics of the Dark Ages to build a fuller picture of this much-maligned era. Popular belief has always held that the departure of the Romans led to barbarism in Britain, but archaeological finds have shed light on a cultured, literate society that embraced the growing Romanised Christian religion and embarked on a profitable trading relationship with the Byzantine Empire. Sheep-farming archaeologist, Francis Pryor, presents a brand new historical series which explores Britain A.D, the British national character and the ultimate British icon King Arthur. Finding new and previously unexplained evidence, Francis Pryor overturns the idea that Britain reverted to a state of anarchy and disorder after the Romans left in 410 AD. Instead of doom and gloom Francis discovers a continuous culture that assimilated influences from as far a field as the Middle East and Constantinople. Through scrutinising the myth of King Arthur to find out what was really going on when the Romans left, Francis is confronted by evidence that confounds traditional views of the 'Dark Ages'. There was also no invasion of bloodthirsty Anglo Saxons, rampaging across the countryside. With new archaeological evidence Francis discovers a far more interesting story. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 1 hr 44 min

    Bismarck: Inside The Operation To Destroy Hitler's Greatest Battleship

    A definitive account of the hunt for and sinking of the flagship of the German Kriegsmarine, Bismarck. Featuring Andrew Choong, curator at the National Maritime Museum, naval historian Nick Hewitt and Angus Konstam, author of 'Hunt the Bismarck'. Presented by Dan Snow. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 55 min

    The Bloody Truth Behind America's Ancient Anasazi | Native American Documentary | Timeline

    Were the native Americans secret cannibals? New discoveries reveal that the Anasazi tribe killed and ate their victims. Investigations further afield have found that there may have been cannibals in Mexico and Cheddar Gorge in the South of England. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 2 hr 19 min

    The Rise And Fall Of Adolf Hitler: A Complete Story

    Discover the complete history of Nazi Germany, from the ashes of WW1 to the catastrophic collapse of the Third Reich in 1945. This full-length documentary explores how Adolf Hitler exploited political chaos, economic collapse, and masterclass propaganda to seduce a nation. Featuring rare archive footage, expert commentary, and firsthand survivor accounts, we examine the terror of the regime, the fatal decision to launch Operation Barbarossa, and the ultimate downfall of history's most destructive dictatorship. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 56 min

    The Real Legacy Of The Roman Invasion In Britain | King Arthur's Britain | Timeline

    Francis Pryor examines the history of Britain near the end of the Roman occupation. The first instalment focuses on Britain under Roman rule, revealing a much greater degree of collaboration with the natives than was previously recognised. Sheep-farming archaeologist, Francis Pryor, presents a historical series which explores Britain A.D, the British national character and the ultimate British icon King Arthur. Finding new and previously unexplained evidence, Francis Pryor overturns the idea that Britain reverted to a state of anarchy and disorder after the Romans left in 410 AD. Instead of doom and gloom Francis discovers a continuous culture that assimilated influences from as far a field as the Middle East and Constantinople. Through scrutinising the myth of King Arthur to find out what was really going on when the Romans left, Francis is confronted by evidence that confounds traditional views of the 'Dark Ages'. There was also no invasion of bloodthirsty Anglo Saxons, rampaging across the countryside. With new archaeological evidence Francis discovers a far more interesting story. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 1 hr 18 min

    Inside The Secret German-Jewish WW2 Reparations

    In the aftermath of the Holocaust, the destruction and plight of survivors prompts the unthinkable - German and Jewish leaders meet in secret to negotiate the first reparations in history. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Today · 55 min

    The Ancient Army Of 50,000 Men That Vanished | King Cambyses II | Timeline

    While escaping the Egyptians 2,500 years ago, the Persian King Cambyses led his army into the desert and disappeared forever. Despite efforts in the 1930s to discover what happened to him, no clues were found until 1996 when a geologist stumbled on evidence by accident. The Egyptian authorities have suppressed news of these findings until now. The Lost Army Of King Cambyses returns to the site to uncover the truth. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5u You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 59 min

    Inside The Mind Of Karl Marx: Rare Documents And Forgotten Writings

    Two centuries after his birth, Karl Marx remains one of history’s most influential and polarizing figures. From his early exile in London to the publication of Das Kapital, Marx analyzed the machinery of industrial capitalism and predicted its inevitable crises. His theories sparked global revolutions, fueled the Cold War, and built powerful regimes from the Soviet Union to modern China. But was he a visionary prophet or the architect of history's deadliest ideological experiment? This documentary examines the life, radical ideas, and complex legacy of the man whose philosophy redefined world politics and economic thought forever. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 55 min

    Is This Australian Man The Real King Of England? | Britain's Real Monarch | Timeline

    Tony Robinson unearths new evidence that strongly suggests that Richard's brother, King Edward IV was illegitimate. If that were the case, the entire royal bloodline that traces its lineage to Edward has no legal right to the throne. In fact, according to our own constitutional rules, Britain's real monarch today is not Elizabeth II, but King Michael, a resident of Jerilderie, Australia. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit, the world's best history documentary service, at a huge discount using the code 'TIMELINE' ---ᐳ http://bit.ly/3a7ambu You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 56 min

    The Complete History Of Ancient Philosophy: Presocratics To The Renaissance

    For over two millennia, humanity has asked the fundamental questions: Who are we? Why are we here? How should we live? From the early Presocratics like Thales and Pythagoras to the monumental achievements of Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle, ancient Greece laid the groundwork for Western thought. Later medieval scholars like Augustine and Thomas Aquinas bridged the gap between classical reason and religious faith. Discover the extraordinary story of the thinkers who dared to question existence itself and changed human history forever. You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! 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. Get an exclusive release every week by signing up here: https://bit.ly/4pyExyn This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Yesterday · 1 hr 24 min

    The Plague That Nearly Destroyed London | The Great Plague | Timeline

    The Great Plague of 1665 killed 100,000 Londoners – one in three of the people living in the city. While kept diaries have provided terrifying testaments to the horrors of that summer, other stories have been hidden in the archives of London churches for centuries. Rare documents unearthed in some of the cities oldest places of worship now tell the story of what it was like for an ordinary person, more often than not living in poverty, as the plague swept through London. This factual drama follows the lives of those living in Cock and Key Alley, one of the dank and dismal yards squeezed between Fleet Street and the Thames – and brings to life 17th Century London at one of its most frightening moments. It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit, the world's best history documentary service, at a huge discount using the code 'TIMELINE' ---ᐳ http://bit.ly/3a7ambu You can find more from us on: https://www.facebook.com/timelineWH https://www.instagram.com/timelineWH This channel is part of the History Hit Network. Any queries, please contact owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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