Edward III was a fascinating and powerful king of England who led a long and tumultuous reign spanning nearly 50 years. His rule spanned dramatic changes in the culture, society, and politics of Britain and Europe as a whole during this period. From the Hundred Years War to his attempt to seize Scotland for himself, … Read more
Edward II has been a historical figure that has interested people for centuries, and now documentaries are providing an even more in-depth understanding of his life. From exploring the complexities of his reign to uncovering new details about his personal life, these documentaries have captured the attention of viewers everywhere. Here is a list of … Read more
Vincent Van Gogh, one of history’s most influential and tragic artists, has captivated the world with his vibrant and emotional masterpieces. From his storied life to his mysterious death, there is no shortage of interest in this enigmatic figure. While books and paintings have been the traditional medium through which we learn more about Van … Read more
Six thousand years ago, Uruk was a colossal city that dominated the south of Mesopotamia, Iraq. Standing at the forefront of an era of unparalleled urbanity, Uruk had a population of around 50,000 people – which didn’t surpass until 3,000 years later. The legendary city was known for its mud brick wall built by the … Read more
The New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt was one of the most remarkable periods in world history. After vanquishing the Hyksos invaders, successive Pharaohs worked hard to expand and maintain their empire through diplomacy and power. This period generated a flood of wealth, power, creativity and respect for Egypt that would be envied by the … Read more
The third President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson, is one of America’s most emblematic Founding Fathers. His life is well known throughout the country and has been a source of inspiration for generations. Documentaries about his life are plentiful and with so many to choose from it can be daunting to know which ones … Read more
The race to build the atomic bomb during World War II was a battle between two of the world’s superpowers, the United States and Imperial Japan. Though it was thought that Japan was years away from building a nuclear weapon, newly discovered evidence suggests otherwise. In Japan’s Atomic Bomb, an investigative documentary, viewers are taken … Read more
In Japan: Memoirs of a Secret Empire, viewers are invited to explore the unique history and culture of Japan from the 16th to the 19th century. During this period, Japan developed from an era of chaos and unrest into a land where ritual refinement and peace reigned supreme. This transformation was made possible by strong … Read more
Edgar Cayce (pronounced Kay-see), one of the most mysterious men to ever live, had more near-death experiences than anyone else in documented history. Coming from humble beginnings, Cayce was able to astound people all over the world with his supernatural ability of leaving his body while under hypnosis and journeying into the afterlife realms. … Read more
Lest We Forget’ is the title of a project by German photographer Luigi Toscano. Over several years he has been taking pictures of Holocaust survivors. It’s a race against time that has pushed Toscano to his emotional limits over and over. Luigi Toscano has photographed over 400 survivors of the Shoah the world over and … Read more