Historian Lucy Worsley explores murders of 19th century Britain and the curious role they play as staples of modern British entertainment.

This is the story of 76 men trying to escape from Stalag Luft III prisoner of war camp. 3 got home, 73 were captured, 50 of whom were secretly shot on the instructions of Hitler against every rule of War.

Mixing CGI with vivid drama and spectacular battle scenes, this dramatized documentary tells how the greed, lust, and ambition of men like Caesar shaped and destroyed an Empire.

The remarkable story of the beginnings of Britain and its people, from glacial wasteland to the Bronze Age society that built Stonehenge.

Join Francesco da Mosto and special guests including Emma Thompson as they take to the Italian road, exploring Verona, Padua, and Venice, three of the fair cities in which The Bard laid his scenes.

Presented by Jonathan Dimbleby, this enthralling series explores how the BBC fought not only Hitler but also the British government to become the institution it is today.

Two-part documentary which looks at the items valued or desired by men and women over the centuries, focusing particularly on the Classical and Medieval periods

Distinguished art historian Sir Kenneth Clark presents a personal view of the ideas and values which have shaped western civilisation. Touring Europe, he traces developments in thought and culture from the Dark Ages through to the present day.

Broadcaster Michael Buerk and historian Bettany Hughes present a series of programs counting down the 50 greatest treasures discovered by the British public.

Historian David Olusoga explores the enduring relationship between Britain and people whose origins lie in Africa.