History documentaries

Nelson Mandela is a global icon and his struggle for freedom left an indelible mark on world history. His legacy will...

Harriet Tubman is an iconic figure in American history — her courage and determination are unparalleled. As we...

Maya civilization is one of the most fascinating and mysterious in human history. For centuries, their remarkable...

This award-winning documentary by Steve Cowan explores the often harsh realities of political life and the power of...

On February 13th, 1950, a nightmare scenario unfolded high above the skies of Canada: a United States Air Force B-36...

Winston Churchill was a man of many talents, not least among them his ability to recognize and articulate the power of...

Are you ready to explore the life and legacy of one of the world's most renowned scientists? Through these...

Documentaries are a powerful way to not only educate audiences about historic and current events, but also provide an...

Join us in the commemoration of Alexander von Humboldt's 250th birthday! Celebrate this occasion with seven brief yet...

On the night of June 4th, 1989, something remarkable happened in Beijing’s Tiananmen Square. For weeks, hundreds of...

Hannibal, the great Carthaginian general of the 3rd century BC, was determined to make history. With a band of...

In addition to quite exceptional archaeological wealth, Athens is also a modern city. Proud of their The Greek...

Guns, Germs and Steel is an epic documentary based on the Pulitzer Prize-winning book of the same name by Jared...

Catherine Howard is one of the most intriguing and mysterious figures in British history. While there are many books...

Gaza is a land that has been ravaged by war, strangled by sanctions, and isolated from the rest of the world. It is a...

The documentary Criminal Doctors: Auschwitz presents a harrowing look into the atrocities of the Nazi regime during...

Crash Course, a YouTube channel with short and fast-paced video lessons about World History, is the perfect place to...

The history of America before European contact is one that deeply resonates with Native American tribes, and the...