History

Simon Schama looks at the pivotal role art has played in the forging of humanity itself.

Lucy Worsley unlocks triumph, tragedy and scandal at three treasure-filled royal palaces.

In 1930, Germany was a liberal democracy. Four years later, it was a brutal dictatorship.

How our obsession with fame impacts every aspect of our life - from shopping to voting.

Robert Rinder helps Jewish families discover what happened to relatives in the Holocaust.

Afua Hirsch traces Ethiopia's 3,000-year history through its art and culture.

Samira Ahmed unveils the stunning history of a Persian empire, its people and culture.

An exploration of Queen Victoria's tempestuous relationship with Prince Albert.

Drama-documentary exploring the betrayals between the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.

The startling rise and incredible fall of one of Britain’s most divisive Prime Ministers.

David Olusoga explores the relationship between Britain and people of African origins.

Huw Edwards presents an in-depth history of Wales.

The modern Princess - caught between the demands of her nation and her heart.

Lucy Worsley uncovers the myths written about the English Reformation.

He never wished for the throne, but George VI became one of the UK's most loved kings.

Documentary exploring the dramatic downfall and execution of Anne Boleyn in 1536.

A look at the early Romanovs, from 16-year-old Mikhail in 1613 to Peter the Great.

Lucy Worsley unlocks triumph, tragedy and scandal at three treasure-filled royal palaces.

An exploration of Queen Victoria's tempestuous relationship with Prince Albert.

The 1st Battalion Scots Guards's colour are trooped with salute taken by the Queen. (1977)

The Queen and Duke of Edinburgh review the 4th Division of the Army of the Rhine. (1977)

The history of Kibworth's first 1,000 years, with a Roman villa, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.

Huw Edwards presents an in-depth history of Wales.

50 years on, stunning untold secrets about the decades-long conflict are revealed.

Drama-documentary exploring the betrayals between the Vikings, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.

Lucy Worsley uncovers the myths written about the English Reformation.

Lucy debunks the foundation myth of one of our favourite royal dynasties, the Tudors.

Neil Oliver on the brutal 17th century Civil War that threatened Britain's stability.

David Olusoga uncovers the remarkable history of a sea captain’s house in Bristol.

Andrew Marr revisits Britain in 1945 and finds the country victorious but nearly bankrupt.

Andrew Marr highlights those who have shaped our society during the Queen’s reign.

The startling rise and incredible fall of one of Britain’s most divisive Prime Ministers.

David Olusoga introduces short films exploring critical moments in Black British history.

Bettany Hughes travels to India to investigate the revolutionary ideas of the Buddha.

Prof Mary Beard asks not what the Romans did for us, but what the empire did for Rome.

Elizabeth Frood shares the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb as it happened - in colour.

Huw Edwards presents an in-depth history of Wales.

The history of Kibworth's first 1,000 years, with a Roman villa, Anglo-Saxons and Vikings.

Sir Mortimer Wheeler investigates the legacy of the Roman Empire. (1960)

Documentary about the Vikings who allegedly discovered North America. (1966)

Sir Mortimer Wheeler explores the stone ruins of Great Zimbabwe. (1958)

The startling rise and incredible fall of one of Britain’s most divisive Prime Ministers.

Revisiting the Britain of Margaret Thatcher.

Diarists share their recollections of the day Margaret Thatcher resigned.

Sir Geoffrey Howe revisits his resignation speech to the Commons on 13 November 1990.

Margaret Thatcher welcomes Russell Harty into Number 10 to discuss things she holds dear.

This week Pop Goes Northern Ireland focuses on 1980.

A look back at the 1980s, when more money was spent on homes than ever before.

Take a look back to the golden era of snooker in the 1970s and 80s. (2002)