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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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51:56

Jack London: Who Was America's First Celebrity Author?

Absolute History ·

2026/08/11

After separating from his first wife, Jack London's adventure continues. He writes White Fang and decides it is time once again to take a political stance. He also continues his journey out in the wild west and even around 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 documentaries, with

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55:14

The Artist's Life | Secrets of the Exhibit EP6

Absolute History ·

2026/08/10

The life of legendary painter Tom Thompson is explored through the relics of his life.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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60:58

Can We Survive On A 1900s Farm During Winter?

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2026/08/10

As winter sets in, the three farm dwellers must look further afield to earn money. Peter and Alex fish for crabs while Ruth hires herself out for domestic work. Ruth rides a bicycle and tries period cleaning techniques, including early vacuum cleaners. They separate growing calves from their mothers. Peter finds out how leather is made. They celebrate Christmas modestly, as poor farmers might have, and listen to a Methodist Christmas message.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to

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64:30

The Rise And Fall Of The Greatest City | Alexandria:...

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2026/08/09

Once the biggest and most influential city on the planet, founded by Alexander the Great and home to Cleopatra, Archimedes and the largest library in the world. How did this shining beacon for civilisation and knowledge meet its classical demise? Featuring stunning visualisations from the major movie Agora, acclaimed historian Bettany Hughes looks at Alexandria past and present, unearthing archaeological gems and following in the footsteps of Hypatia, the city's last great female philosopher and

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43:28

SS Great Britain: The Ship That Revolutionized The Seas

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2026/08/08

The first iron steamer to cross the Atlantic, which she did in 1845 in just 14 days. Designed by Victorian engineering genius Isambard Kingdom Brunel, when completed, it was the longest passenger ship in the world. Its early years were plagued with problems before it found success.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NR📺 Do you love uncovering the past, exploring historic sites, and venturing to distant lands? Join History Hit today

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45:35

Why Was Acid Gas Poisoning So Common In The Victorian...

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2026/08/08

Dr Suzannah Lipscomb shows us the top 3 scientific hidden killers from the Victorian, Edwardian and post-war eras.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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60:59

Copper Mining: The Most Dangerous Job In 1900s Britain

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2026/08/07

Archaeologists Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn go down a copper mine, just a few hundred yards from their cottage, which was once the major source of Morwhellam Quay's wealth. Historian Ruth Goodman learns the art of lacemaking, visiting the town of Honiton, which became world famous for its lace. The boys also go tin mining in Cornwall, an industry which survived until the end of the 20th century.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NR📺

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63:33

The Sealed Coffin | Mummy Forensics | Absolute History

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2026/08/06

Dr. Joann Fletcher and her team investigate a female mummy inside a sealed Egyptian coffin.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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79:52

What Was Everyday Life Like On An Edwardian Farm?

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2026/08/06

The Worst Jobs On An Edwardian FarmThe Daily Grind Of An Edwardian FarmerSix months into their year, Ruth, Alex and Peter explore the daily lives of Edwardian farmers. This episode has a slightly different format to the rest of the series; instead of covering a whole month's changes it uses a framing device of Ruth writing a letter describing the events of a single day on the farm. Peter buys a Victorian/Edwardian Era Teasmade.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member

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55:17

A Shelter From The Apocalypse | Secrets of the...

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2026/08/05

Explore a secret Cold War bunker that has been converted into a museum.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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176:12

We Spent A Year Working As Victorian Farmers

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2026/08/04

Going to therapy is a sign of strength, not weakness. BetterHelp makes therapy simple, with 10% off your first month to help you get started: https://betterhelp.com/absolutehistory (In paid partnership with BetterHelp)The documentary series "Victorian Farm" follows three historians—Ruth Goodman, Alex Langlands, and Peter Ginn—as they spend a full calendar year living and working on a Victorian farm in Shropshire, England. Their goal is to experience and document the day-to-day life of rural

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27:39

Tony's Top 5 Worst Royal Jobs

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2026/08/04

Tony Robinson demonstrates the top 5 worst royal jobs in history.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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60:52

The Insane Workload Of An Edwardian Farmer In Springtime

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2026/08/03

In Devon's tranquil Tamar Valley, archaeologists Alex Langland and Peter Ginn, along with historian Ruth Goodman, are living and working as Edwardian farmers for a year. In this installment, they tackle the arrival of spring in March, a crucial time for the farm's prosperity.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NR📺 You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week,

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67:33

In Memoriam: Queen Elizabeth II

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2026/08/02

Documentary detailing the highs and lows of Queen Elizabeth II's reign as head of the British monarchy.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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60:46

We Spent One Miserable Day As Edwardian Fisherman

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2026/08/02

Living the life of an Edwardian farmer isn't just about working the land—it's about working the sea! This month, Ruth Goodman is hunting for brown shrimp and building a fish smokery, while Alex and Peter join a traditional sailing trawler, the Key Wade, for a dangerous trawl. From cattle droving and making essential lanolin to learning the deceptive secrets of the Edwardian séance, our team fights to find a new source of income.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member

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65:21

The Mystery Of The Misfit Mummy | Mummy Forensics |...

Absolute History ·

2026/08/01

A body inside a coffin which it is too large for, missing genitals, and an obvious overbite are the clues which set the Mummy Investigation Team on the trail in this mystery. They know who the coffin was made for - a female Egyptian temple dancer - what they need to know is who rests there now and why this mummy is in such strange condition. Extraordinarily, what they discover is a tragic tale played out at the highest echelons of Egyptian society, set at the court of one of Egypt's greatest

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177:46

The Backbreaking Labor Of Summer On A Victorian Farm

Absolute History ·

2026/07/31

In the mid-season of the Victorian Farm project, our historians race to bring in the vital spring life and face the crushing challenges of an 1880s farm. Alex and Peter oversee successful lambing and pig farrowing, but an incessant wet summer leads to a disastrous failed hay harvest. With their winter feed destroyed, everything rests on the efficiency of new Victorian machinery like the massive Reaper Binder and the success of their final wheat crop.💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to

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79:37

Victoria: The Diary Queen | Diaries Of Queen Victoria...

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2026/07/31

Biographer A.N. Wilson uncovers the intriguing personal life of Queen Victoria through her journals and letters in this psychological portrait of Britain's longest reigning monarch. With Queen Victoria's writings read by Anna Chancellor.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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60:47

What Was Taking A Vacation Like In Edwardian Britain?

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2026/07/30

Historian Ruth Goodman and archaeologists Alex Langlands and Peter Ginn are living as Edwardian farmers for a year. The episode centers on preparing for the arrival of a paddle steamer full of tourists for Empire Day, a huge summertime bonanza. 💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NR📺 You can now become a History Hit member right here on YouTube! Join for access to a new exclusive documentary every week, and access to over 160+ of our

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72:17

What Was Life Like When Dinosaurs Roamed The Earth? |...

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2026/07/29

The relics and artefacts of dinosaurs that walked the Earth are explored.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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