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Absolute History

Absolute History

Welcome to Absolute History - the home of fun, shocking and curious tales from throughout history. From Tony Robinson"s Worst Jobs in History to Suzannah Lipscomb"s Hidden Killers, join us to learn about our history the entertaining way. Subscribe to the channel so you don"t miss out on our new documentaries every week! Sign up for History Hit and unlock hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with new releases every week and ad-free podcasts. Join world-renowned historians like Dan Snow,

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48:35

Was Normal Life As A Pioneer Actually Really Boring?

Absolute History ·

2026/09/23

Two modern couples are trying to spend a whole year living like 19th Century pioneers in the Canadian wilderness. While summer and autumn were full of activity, winter brings freezing temperatures and a whole lot of boredom. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt

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50:39

The Next Royal Family's Australian Tour | William,...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/22

The birth of Prince George to the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge marked a new chapter in their lives and in royal history.The fourth-in-line to the throne has a special destiny - he will carry the monarchy forward - perhaps into the next century. With a home in Kensington Palace and time with Kate's more ordinary Middleton family, this royal heir will be raised as no other.It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the

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199:00

The Search For King Arthur's Body And Other Medieval...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/21

From King Arthur to Jean d'Arc, discover what separates fact from fiction as enthusiasts and experts delve into the medieval world's greatest mysteries.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now

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49:08

Surviving A Year Using Only 19th Century Pioneer...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/20

The pair of modern couples have just reached the end of their attempt to live like 19th-Century homesteaders for a whole year. How will they find re-adjusting to the modern world?💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start

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237:52

4 Hours Of Britain's Most Incredible Archeological Finds

Absolute History ·

2026/09/19

Professor Alice Roberts and the Digging For Britain team investigate the incredible archeological sites found all over the United Kingdom and beyond. What mysteries does the UK's soil and seas hide?💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to

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51:00

Prince Harry: Life as Second Best | The Mysterious...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/18

Who is the 'real' Prince Harry? Despite relentless media scrutiny, much of it negative, Harry remains a tantalising, elusive mystery.It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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200:46

The Legendary Crystal Skull And Other South American...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/17

The 12 crystal skulls of South America supposedly hide an apocalyptic secret, but is there any truth to this legend? Join a host of experts as they reveal the secrets behind many of this continent's most enduring myths and legends.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb,

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51:37

5000-Year-Old Murder: What Really Killed Europe's...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/16

Homicide detective Rod Demery and scientist Professor Turi King examine Europe's most famous ancient murder victim frozen where he was killed over 5000 years ago.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDo you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands? Join History Hit today and stream hundreds of exclusive documentaries, with new releases every week. Plus, enjoy ad-free access to our podcast

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241:06

Were The 'Dark Ages' Really That Dark?

Absolute History ·

2026/09/15

The Dark Ages have been misunderstood. History has identified the period following the fall of the Roman Empire as a descent into barbarism - a terrible time when civilization stopped. Waldemar Januszczak disagrees. In this four-part series, he argues that the Dark Ages were a time of great artistic achievement, with new ideas and religions provoking new artistic adventures. He embarks on a fascinating trip across Europe, Africa, and Asia visits the world's most famous collections, and discovers

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45:36

How The Pankhursts Shaped Women's Suffrage |...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/13

For Christabel and Sylvia, their own sisterhood would be strained to the point of breaking for the suffrage movement.It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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51:25

Can The Revival Of Myanmar's Ancient Highway...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/11

Burma's Open Road explores the lives of every day Burmese intertwined with the fortunes of the reconstruction of the Burma Road through Asia's last great wilderness. Guided by the insights of a Buddhist monk, the film offers unprecedented access into Myanmar and the plight of opium growers, soldiers, villagers, poachers and prospectors, each connected by the reconstruction of an ancient road and is impact on their environment .It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching

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146:39

The Hunt For Greece's Lost Empire In Ancient Asia

Absolute History ·

2026/09/11

Join David Adams as he retraces the journey of Alexander the Great on his conquest through the Persian Empire and into India. Discover what's left of these Ancient Civilizations and how Alexander's Journey helped reshape this part of the World.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDo you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands? Join History Hit today and stream hundreds of exclusive

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49:48

The Astonishing Life Of China's Tyrant Empress | Wu...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/10

Since her death 1300 years ago, Wu Zetian has been remembered as a callous tyrant, who brought calamity to China. But now, extraordinary new discoveries are revealing a very different picture of her reign.As archaeologists investigate hidden tombs, spectacular pagodas, gigantic palaces and priceless treasures from her time, they are uncovering a very different story of China’s female Emperor, her skills and her empire. Wu Zetian’s China was a military, economic and cultural superpower, whose

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46:11

London's Living River | Thames Through Time

Absolute History ·

2026/09/09

This fascinating documentary takes us back to the early days of the Thames barge matches when they started in 1863 - the second oldest sailing competition in the world. This documentary includes the fifth and sixth episode.It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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51:23

Can Archaeologists Solve The Mystery Of The 'Idaho...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/08

Archaeologists and detectives come together to investigate the chilling 100-year-old mystery of the Idaho Torso. A torso found in a cave leads to the rediscovery of Joseph Henry Loveless, a man once thought to have disappeared. Could Loveless, a bootlegger and fugitive, have been the victim of a revenge killing? Or was he a murderer who met a grisly end? Using forensic science, genetic genealogy, and old records, the team uncovers fascinating clues about life on the American frontier. 💚 Join the

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45:38

How Catholicism Killed The King | Stuarts: James II |...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/07

Professor Kate Williams scrutinises the short reign of James II: the Last Stuart King.This is a re-upload from yesterday's release as it had audio issues. Apologies and thanks to our audience for bringing this to our attention!It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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52:04

The Grimy History Of Paris's 19th Century Sewers

Absolute History ·

2026/09/07

Go to https://surfshark.com/ABSOLUTEHISTORY for 4 extra months of SurfsharkA 19th century that allows Paris to run to this day, follow the men and women who manage the Paris Sewers every day in a dark confined setting fraught with lethal gas to see how this underground city operates.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDo you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands? Join History Hit today and

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86:53

The Mysteries Of Islam's Most Sacred Site | Absolute...

Absolute History ·

2026/09/06

The Sacred City presents compelling evidence that suggests the holy city of Mecca is in the wrong location and that the worlds 1.6 billion Muslims are praying in the direction of the wrong city. Compiling evidence from both historic sources and new technologies point to the correct location in this seismic, revelatory new film. In this startling and original documentary, writer and historian, Dan Gibson, shows that descriptions of Mohamed's original holy city - as detailed in the Qur'an and Islamic

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150:33

What Was Life Like In Dark Ages Britain?

Absolute History ·

2026/09/05

Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code ABSOLUTEHISTORY at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/ABSOLUTEHISTORYWas Britain's early history actually a vibrant period, when the island thrived under foreign influences from as far afield as the Middle East. Discover the real history of this time period beyond the myths of King Arthur and Merlin.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDo you love

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46:41

The Cradle of London | Thames Through Time

Absolute History ·

2026/09/05

This fascinating documentary takes us back to the early days of the Thames barge matches when they started in 1863 - the second oldest sailing competition in the world. This documentary includes the third and fourth episode.It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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