The documentary series titled “Legion’s Basic Training: In the Midst of a Brutal Winter” follows a group of brave soldiers as they go through the rigorous and grueling process of basic combat training. The series is set in one of the harshest climates known to humankind, during a bitter Russian winter. The soldiers face intense … Read more
The end of the Second World War in Europe brought about an unprecedented celebration across the continent. On May 8, 1945, Victory in Europe Day (VE Day) marked the day that Germany surrendered and Allied forces saw victory. For many, it was a time for jubilation as well as reflection on the horrors of war … Read more
North Korea is a country shrouded in mystery, with its tightly guarded borders and extreme control over its citizens. Now, for the first time, travelers can get a rare glimpse into this world during an incredible three-week journey. Claude, Henri and Jacqueline are three French tourists that had the unique opportunity to travel through North … Read more
Germany, 1949 – a year of division, hope and uncertainty. Two separate states were founded almost simultaneously, as the country became a pawn in the struggle between East and West during the Cold War. Now, in a new documentary, the tumultuous events of that year are reconstructed in vivid detail, through the voices of those … Read more
The British Sovereign Base Areas (SBA) located on the Mediterranean island of Cyprus is an example of a border that falls into the category of “Crazy Borders”. This special autonomous zone allows people from Cyprus to enter the United Kingdom every day without having to face the same rigorous immigration process as other visitors. The … Read more
According to recently declassified documents, the Tehran Conference in 1943 was a pivotal moment for Allied strategy in World War 2. As Hitler’s forces faced difficulties on multiple fronts, Allied leaders Franklin D. Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Joseph Stalin met to coordinate their efforts. Despite their alliance against the Axis powers, tensions arose between the … Read more
Lebanon has been in deep turmoil due to the corruption of its leaders and one of its worst economic downturns in history. The country’s banking system has collapsed, leaving citizens with a drastic decline in their living standards. The currency has depreciated up to 90%, resulting in soaring inflation and shortages of essential items such … Read more
Gottfried von Cramm was one of the most talented tennis players to ever compete on the court. He won both the US and French Opens in his career, an impressive feat that marked him as a true champion. But he wasn’t just known for his athletic prowess; he also gained notoriety for the fact that … Read more
In the bustling city of Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo, a new kind of terror has been stalking its streets since the economic crisis of the 2000s. Kalunas, well-organized criminal gangs with an iron fist and no scruples, have been wreaking havoc on the population through drug trafficking, muggings, assaults and … Read more
The Massoud family of Panjshir Province in Afghanistan is a legendary symbol of resistance against the Taliban. Commander Ahmad Shah, famously known as the Lion of Panjshir, led the successful fight against the Soviets in the 1980s and has since become an inspirational figure to many Afghans. Not only did he manage to evict the … Read more