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World War 2: The Complete History
2010
star 5.3This exhaustive collection encompasses all the events that occurred during World War II. Covering an astonishing amount of ground, events in France, London, Munich, Stalingrad, the Pacific, and many others are all covered in intimate detail. Some of the stories offered by veterans create a startling portrait of the events as they unfolded, as well as adding a personal touch to this amazing program. In short, this is an insightful way to gather a welter of information on this important chapter in world history.Conspiracy Theories on Trial
2004
Conspiracy theories are often created to help people make sense of our complex world – but can they stand up to scientific investigation? “Conspiracies on Trial” subjected some of the most enduring conspiracy theories to a battery of methodical tests with two back-to-back episodes featured over two weeks on Discovery Civilization Channel. The Da Vinci Code, the death of Robert Maxwell, the death of Pope John Paul I and the sinking of the Kursk submarine – what is the version of events that actually occurred? Analytical methods such as body mechanics, surveillance technology, forensics and reconstruction are used to solve the mystery of these puzzling events. Do these conspiracies stand a chance against the rigorous investigation of “Conspiracies on Trial?”Chasing Ocean Giants
2020
Chasing Ocean Giants
2020
Ocean explorer, adventurer and filmmaker Patrick Dykstra sets out of a mission in search of the most elusive ocean giants on the planet. He uses innovative technology and new science to uncover extraordinary secrets of the ocean. Patrick combines his unique skill set with his love of the marine world and cutting-edge ocean exploration technology to seek new and unrecorded ocean phenomena to reveal the secrets of the ocean’s giants.Wildest Indochina
2014
star 7.7This spectacular series sweeps across the most diverse peninsula in the world. From Malaysia to Southwest China, Vietnam to Cambodia and Thailand this vast area includes outstanding landscapes, historic cities, tropical jungles and armies of animals. With mangroves and mountains, pygmy elephants, turtles and rare birds it is no wonder that the word ‘mega-diverse’ is now attributed to parts of the region.Heroes of Hell’s Highway
2013
Blood Road Bomb Squad In Afghanistan, one of the most important and dangerous jobs for the army is the clearance of roadside bombs. Since the war began over 1,000 American soldiers have been killed by these bombs, so specially trained soldiers are sent into battle to clear these deadly bombs so that the rest of the military and civilians can stay safe on the roads. Blood Road Bomb Squad follows two platoons as they use the world's toughest vehicles to take out the bombs and take the hit themselves, so other soldiers don't have to. Overwrought with tension this series reveals the harsh reality of life for soldiers in the middle of the battle field.Body Invaders
2012
Body Invaders
2012
Disasters Engineered
2020
star 7Through extensive archive and expert interviews this series explores the stories behind mankind's greatest engineering disasters.Incredible Engineering Blunders: Fixed
2016
star 4Former aerospace engineer Justin Cunningham tries to keep the Glasgow Tower turning, and Tomo Umewaka helps engineers in Osaka keep their airport from sinking into the sea.Million 2 One
2005
Million 2 One
2005
Gamechangers: Inventing the World
2017
Follow the brightest scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs and inventors as they try to revolutionise their chosen fields and make world-changing breakthroughs.Campervan Crisis
2006
Campervan Crisis
2006
Nigel is beloved Campervan is held together with rust and filler and he is too embarrassed to take it to a VW show. But Nigel has a dream - that one day his rusting hulk of metal will be tearing down the drag strip at Santa Pod. He has only 150 days and just £12,000 to achieve his dream. Can Nigel transform his embarrassing excuse for a Campervan into a VW showpiece to be proud of? Or will he suffer a Campervan Crisis?Swimming with Monsters
2013
Wildlife expert and adventurer Steve Backshall has spent his entire life getting up close to incredible animals. Now he wants to study four ‘monstrous' animals on our planet, by entering their underwater world and getting closer to them than ever before. In ‘Swimming with Monsters', Steve joins forces with behavioural experts, scientists and extreme divers in order to dive with fascinating but deadly animals.Great Battles
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Great Battles
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The Great Battles is a UK television show that tells the stories of various decisive battles throughout history. It is hosted by Crispin Swayne. Episodes include the Battle of Hastings, the Battle of Bannockburn and the Battle of Bosworth Field. It airs on Discovery Knowledge.Snow Leopards of Leafy London
2013
A stone's throw away from London, the Cat Survival Trust has the largest collection of snow leopards outside of Asia and with numbers seriously threatened in the wild something is being done to safeguard their future. Something remarkable, unconventional and very surreal!World's Top 5
2012
World's Top 5
2012
Each episode features a different extreme engineering feat. From jumbo jets, super-trains, cruise ships, skyscrapers, mega-factories to earthmovers, viewers are taken around the world in search of mankind's greatest achievements.Out of Stock: Supply Chain Crisis
2021
The world has grown accustomed to stores filled with packed shelves, gasoline available at every station and online purchases arriving on time. But the pandemic has impacted every step of the supply chain, from manufacturing, to shipping worldwide, to transporting within a country, and even to stocking shelves. This limited series explores the complex shipping system at its best and how it has broken down, leaving goods stranded at docks and consumers panic shopping before holiday shortages ruin the upcoming season.War Stories
1999
War Stories
1999
These are the men and women who saw it all. Extraordinary, powerful, first-hand accounts of the Second World War.We Built This City
2003
We Built This City
2003
The international cities of Paris, London and New York have long and colourful histories.
