Some of the most powerful and intriguing figures in history have been imprisoned in the Tower
Ancient Civilisations
5 Secrets Of Mayan Medicine
The surprisingly sophisticated practices of Mayan medicine men
People & Politics
The Birth Of Hollywood
How four penniless Jewish immigrant siblings changed the face of entertainment forever and wrote their own fairy tale
Ancient Civilisations
Top 5 Facts About Archimedes
A quick guide to the philosopher and mathematician
People & Politics
“By jove, we actually did it” – What It Was Like Landing A Man On The Moon
Computer engineer Jack Garman reflects on his time at NASA, his work on the computer systems of Apollo 11 and what it was like to help put people on the moon
People & Politics
Mary Fulbrook On The Fight For Justice For Victims Of The Nazis
The award-winning author discusses her book, Reckonings, and how many have still not been held accountable for their crimes under the Third Reich
People & Politics
England’s Last Duel
For centuries, duelling was a gentleman’s right to keep their honour, before the practice was made unlawful. However, there was still time for one last duel in England…
People & Politics
What Were The Witch Hunts?
The witch-hunters of early modern Europe and America saw thousands tortured and sentenced to death, but what was a witch-hunt and why did this notorious practice happen?
People & Politics
The Myths Of Robin Hood
Hero, archer, lover, poacher, murderer, thief, vagabond… The story of Robin Hood has taken many forms through the ages, but is there any truth in the legend?
History Of Royals
10 Most Murderous Kings In History: Part 2
Our bone-chilling countdown of the deadliest monarchs continues
Industry & Inventions
Top 5 Facts About Nikola Tesla
A quick look at one of the 20th century’s greatest minds
History Of Royals
10 Most Murderous Kings In History: Part 1
A blood-curdling countdown of history’s deadliest monarchs
Ancient Civilisations
The Life Of An Ancient Egyptian Priest Explained
What exactly did these servants of the gods do to honour their deities and serve the people?
Competitions
Win! The Kid On Blu-ray
3 copies of new western about Billy the Kid and Pat Garrett starring Ethan Hawke and Dane DeHaan up for grabs
History of War
D-Day: How the Omaha beach landing worked
Breaking down the toughest landing as the US forces faced embedded Nazi defences, mines, turrets, barbed wire and more
Ancient Civilisations
Boudica Vs Rome – An Ancient Battle For Britain
In the single-minded pursuit of vengeance, the warrior queen of the Iceni massacred thousands of Romans and almost caused the empire to abandon Britannia entirely
People & Politics
The Quiet Genius of Maria Anna Mozart
Did Wolfgang’s sister teach him everything that he knew? We explore the life of the extraordinary woman in an incredible family
History of War
History Made Playable – The Accuracy In Total War: Three Kingdoms
Historian and consultant on Total War: Three Kingdoms Rafe de Crespigny talks us through his role on the game
People & Politics
The Real Life Sherlock Holmes
A master of disguise and an expert in deduction, Detective Jerome Caminada pursued criminals relentlessly through the dangerous underworld of 19th-century Manchester
People & Politics
Nixon And Watergate: How it happened
The scandal that brought down a US president and changed the political lexicon forever
History Of Royals
Win! Victoria Series 3 on DVD
3 copies of the acclaimed drama are up for grabs
History of War
The Making Of Total War: Three Kingdoms
We speak with game director Janos Gaspar and writer Pete Stewart about their work in adapting the War of the Three Kingdoms into their latest strategy videogame
Medieval & Renaissance
Shakespeare’s Hidden Codes Of Rebellion
He may be England’s most celebrated writer, but did Shakespeare hide codes and double meanings in his work to subvert the establishment during a time of religious turmoil?
History of War
8 Joan Of Arc Myths Busted
Mistruths and legends about the peasant girl who led France’s armies and became a worldwide icon