People: England
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Genetic proof: Remains of Richard III are really his
Genetic evidence proof that the human remain found beneath a parking lot in Leicester last year really belonged to Richard III. According to the genetic analysis, the king had blue eyes and blond hair, characteristics that match contemporary portraits of the 15th century monarch. The skeleton’s genetic material was compared to DNA-samples of two living…
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Kings and Queens of England
Get yourself comfortable and watch this 4,5 hour documentary on the regal history of England. Starting out with the invasion of William the Conqueror, this documentary guides you through an English history of back-stabbing, fratricide, usurpation, adultery and more stuff of legends. A very entertaining documentary that gives a new meaning to the history of…
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British Pathé shows a wide range of historical footage
If you like old news footage you definitely have to check out the Youtube channel of British Pathé. They published a staggering 85.000 historical movies, ranging from important historical events to everyday life. The oldest movies date back to the 19th century. The good thing is, the movies are searchable. Some examples: Anti-nazi propaganda movies, like…
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The real white queen and her rivals
The Wars of the Roses raged through England from 1455 to 1487. In fact it was a war inside one family, that of the house of Plantaget. In the end, Henry Tudor (Henry VII) prevailed. These series portray the women of this family and how the influenced the war. They didn’t clash their swords on…
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Henry VII: the Winter King
Henry VII was the first Tudor-monarch of England. Although he is not as famous as his glamorous son, Henry VIII, or his granddaughter Elizabeth, the life of Henry VII is fascinating on his own merit. This documentary explains the unlikely ascend to power of the Tudors and the dark and chilling world of its first…
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Henry VIII: The mind of a Tyrant
Henry VIII is more than a historical figure: he is a myth. As an 18-year old he became King of England, sibling of the young Tudor-dynasty. He is depicted in a range of motion pictures, but if you want to know the real Henry, watch this series. Prince (1485–1509) Warrior (1509–1525) Lover (1526–1536) Tyrant (1533–1547)
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The Crusades
Ever wondered why just naming the crusades still sparks anger in Middle Eastern countries? After watching this documentary, you will understand. Terry Jones (yes, the Monty Python-guy) takes the journey medieval knights made, from Western Europe to Jerusalem. The battle against the infidels started in Worms and Cologne, where the jewish population became the first…