Paul Grappe’s story is one of remarkable courage and resilience in the face of extraordinary circumstances. During the First World War, Paul was a French soldier who deserted his post. Rather than face potential execution, Paul assumed the identity of Suzanne – a woman – and lived as such for over seven years. During this … Read more
The Russian army’s withdrawal from Ukrainian territory in 2014 was a strategic move designed to protect the interests of the Russian state. In the words of President Putin, this was a “necessary measure to prevent further suffering and losses among the peaceful population of Donbass”. The conflict in Ukraine has been ongoing for years, yet … Read more
Five years ago, flight MH370 disappeared without a trace. To this day, no one knows what happened to the plane or where its wreckage is to be found. Jiang Hui’s mother was among the 239 passengers on board the ill-fated Malaysia Airlines flight. Since then, Jiang Hui has dedicated his life to finding answers and … Read more
The story of how the world’s economic order was reshaped is an incredible one, and its telling is the focus of the award-winning documentary series The Commanding Heights. Spanning three episodes — “The Battle for the World Economy,” “The Agony of Reform,” and “The New Rules of the Game” — this fascinating series explores how … Read more
Combat vehicles have always been at the forefront of technological advancement, and the modern combat vehicles of today are no exception. From the Leopard 2A7, considered by many to be nearly indestructible and a symbol of armed conflict, to the Merkava Mark IV, with its unorthodox design that provides unbeatable protection for its crew, these … Read more
The war of the stop signs in Llívia, Spain, is an intriguing tale of Crazy Borders. This small town, located within French territory, has been considered as part of Spain for centuries due to a treaty signed long ago. The conflict that ensued between France and Spain would eventually become known as the last war … Read more
The Luftwaffe’s campaign of bombardment over Britain in World War II was one of the most intense and pivotal aerial engagements in history. German aircraft sought to break British morale and resistance with a relentless barrage of bombs, while the German Afrika Korps, under the leadership of Erwin Rommel—the “Desert Fox”—were slowly strengthening their foothold … Read more
Norway made a radical move in summer 2016 by extending compulsory military service to women. Today, women form around ten percent of the country’s Armed Forces, playing an increasingly important role in shaping its future. If you were a medically fit woman between 19 and 44 years of age, you would be obliged to undergo … Read more
The French Foreign Legion is renowned across the world as one of the most elite and renowned military units. It has been around since 1831 and is renowned for its rigorous selection process that only 1 in 8 applicants actually pass. This selection process has been made famous by various documentaries and films, showing prospective … Read more
Adolf Hitler and his inner circle had a great impact on the German people in the 1930s and 1940s. This 10-episode documentary chronicles their rise to power, during a time of economic turmoil in Germany, through a carefully crafted strategy of manipulation and fear mongering. Hitler was able to establish himself as an authoritative figure … Read more