Explore the groundbreaking discoveries, inventions and inventors throughout history that have changed the way we live our lives.

Tony and the team investigate signs of an imminent alien invasion, reports of a lake monster, and a super rat collective.

The race to develop the first atomic bomb was critical amid the struggle for WWII victory. Experts reveal new evidence behind Germany's top-secret development of nuclear weapons.

In the final months of WWII, how close were the Nazis and Japan to creating the nuclear explosion that would win the war? Experts and historians examine the evidence.

Submerged Evidence: Earth's deep waters have long been a source of wonder, from legends of aquatic cities ruled by gods and creatures to frequent UFO sightings.

Alien Apocalypse: If extraterrestrials visited Earth would they enlighten us or destroy us? Experts examine the possibility of a doomsday orchestrated by an alien enemy.

Top Ten Military Encounters: A fascinating and shocking countdown of the top ten military encounters between Earth's armed forces and UFOs.

Tony takes in the wonderful seascapes of the North Norfolk coast, determined to uncover how it remained so unchanged through the Victorian age of industry.

The team hunt for artefacts from World War II.

Discover a revolutionary War era ship hides under the streets of New York and a sprawling Roman villa is unearthed in the backyard of an English home.

Explore the groundbreaking discoveries, inventions and inventors throughout history that have changed the way we live our lives.

Tony and the team investigate signs of an imminent alien invasion, reports of a lake monster, and a super rat collective.

The race to develop the first atomic bomb was critical amid the struggle for WWII victory. Experts reveal new evidence behind Germany's top-secret development of nuclear weapons.

In the final months of WWII, how close were the Nazis and Japan to creating the nuclear explosion that would win the war? Experts and historians examine the evidence.

Thousands of UFO sightings and abductions are reported every year. This series examines these accounts and casts new light on historic cases.

Deadly toxins are unleashed upon the world without humans to contain them, turning lakes and rivers into streams of acid.

Submerged Evidence: Earth's deep waters have long been a source of wonder, from legends of aquatic cities ruled by gods and creatures to frequent UFO sightings.

Alien Apocalypse: If extraterrestrials visited Earth would they enlighten us or destroy us? Experts examine the possibility of a doomsday orchestrated by an alien enemy.

Top Ten Military Encounters: A fascinating and shocking countdown of the top ten military encounters between Earth's armed forces and UFOs.

Tony takes in the wonderful seascapes of the North Norfolk coast, determined to uncover how it remained so unchanged through the Victorian age of industry.

The team hunt for artefacts from World War II.

Andy travels to Scotland, visiting the heart-rending doggy suicide bridge and learning about a terrifying family of cannibals who used to prey upon weary travellers.

A chronological telling of the dramatic D-Day story, focusing on the vessels that made the landings possible.

Submerged Evidence: Earth's deep waters have long been a source of wonder, from legends of aquatic cities ruled by gods and creatures to frequent UFO sightings.

Near the Czech border, a secret German site, "The Giant," tests The Bell, powered by Serum 525, turning all who touch it into rotting living zombies.

In World War II's chaos, Stalin orders archaeologists to loot the tomb of Mongol emperor Tamerlane for historical relics.

Nazi scientists conducted brutal experiments for an Aryan master race, while zoologists ran their own bizarre trials.

The Lake District is one of the country's most popular destinations - but few see how the conquering Roman army made their mark on the stunning landscape.

Alice investigates an Ice Age camp, the mystery of a medieval skeleton and the earliest evidence of salt making in Britain.

The archaeologists get more than they bargained for while exploring the childhood home of Lady Jane Grey.

Could history's most powerful men know more about extra-terrestrials than us? Experts explore the complex relationship between presidents and aliens.

Alien Origins: The compelling series returns to examine more eerie reports of UFOs. Can it determine where in the universe such strange flying crafts could be coming from.

Human Harvest: A look at frightening reports of alleged alien abduction, including cases in which abductees claim to have been subjected to torturous medical experiments.

Under the cover of the darkness, serial killer Gordon Cummins unleashed a reign of terror. Penny Legg tells the story of the Blackout Ripper.

Discover how three plucky Scottish soldiers from Argyll escaped German-occupied France using their wits and knowledge of Scottish Gaelic.

Tony travels along the first 50 miles of the iconic Liverpool-Leeds canal to Wigan Pier, uncovering some extraordinary Georgian and Victorian stories along the way.

Tony sets out on the trail of St Cuthbert across the ancient kingdom of Northumbria stretching across its 7th-century extent from Edinburgh to York.

Was Leonardo Da Vinci, one of history's great thinkers also one of its greatest prophets? And did he envision world destruction.

New research and modern computer graphics shed light on our doomed future as forecast in centuries gone by. Can we avoid our fate by heeding these warnings.

Death in the Valley: What happened to the 22nd Earl of Erroll who moved to Kenya in the 20s to join a hedonistic group of UK expats known as the Happy Valley set.

Submerged Evidence: Earth's deep waters have long been a source of wonder, from legends of aquatic cities ruled by gods and creatures to frequent UFO sightings.

Your government's most clandestine inventions are never what you would suspect and that's exactly why no one ever saw them coming.

From the CIA's decades-long pursuit of the perfect truth serum to the US Army's secret PsyOps in Vietnam. Every one a more alarming deception than the next.

Hours before the D-Day landing, a small group of American paratroopers were dropped behind enemy lines with a vital mission.

Rewind to the US Army's largest and bloodiest conflict of World War II: The Battle of the Bulge. Venture through the battle in newly colourised footage.

Day Of Days: America is on the offensive, but fighting on the Normandy beaches is ferocious and victory will not come quickly, especially for Lt Charles Scheffel.

Specialists in the field of the extraterrestrial examine new evidence that suggests there was extraterrestrial intervention on Earth in the distant past.

Through history, mankind has credited its existence to otherworldly beings. Could this be true? Can any proof be found in these early beliefs.

During the Blitz, Britain used 'Starfish' fires in the countryside to mislead German bombers away from cities like Bristol and Birmingham.

Discover the true story of a German Luftwaffe pilot in World War II who risked his own life to save the crew of an American B-17 bomber.

Near the Czech border, a secret German site, "The Giant," tests The Bell, powered by Serum 525, turning all who touch it into rotting living zombies.

Tony takes in a stretch of the beautiful Cornish coast, discovering the history of smuggling - the biggest industry in the area back in the 18th century.

Dr Alice Roberts explores a secret location in the Cotswolds, which gives up a very precious and fragile artefact.

Dig into how a lobster helped archaeologists discover an 8000-year-old underwater settlement.

Experts scrutinise the engineering behind the Egyptians' Sphinx and pyramids. Could this advanced civilisation have received extra-terrestrial help.

Astronaut Encounters: To this day, NASA denies all UFO accounts and has taken measures to prevent its astronauts from telling their stories. But what are they hiding.

Atmospheric Anomalies: Some experts believe many atmospheric light shows are actually caused by extraterrestrials. If so, do they pose an imminent threat to humanity.

The race to develop the first atomic bomb was critical amid the struggle for WWII victory. Experts reveal new evidence behind Germany's top-secret development of nuclear weapons.

In the final months of WWII, how close were the Nazis and Japan to creating the nuclear explosion that would win the war? Experts and historians examine the evidence.

Tony takes in the wonderful seascapes of the North Norfolk coast, determined to uncover how it remained so unchanged through the Victorian age of industry.

The team hunt for artefacts from World War II.

Deadly toxins are unleashed upon the world without humans to contain them, turning lakes and rivers into streams of acid.

The British Connection: Ross Kemp starts his journey under Blackfriars Bridge - the location of Britain's first mafia hit - before following the money trail across the UK.

A chilling recreation of the unsettling version of Germany that Adolf Hitler had wanted to create, complete with monstrous monuments and built on slave labour.

Specialists in the field of the extraterrestrial examine new evidence that suggests there was extraterrestrial intervention on Earth in the distant past.

Through history, mankind has credited its existence to otherworldly beings. Could this be true? Can any proof be found in these early beliefs.

When governments strike dark deals with cults, mobs and even sworn enemies, frosty relationships and mounting tensions are tested head on.

NASA's covert plan to blow up the moon with a nuclear warhead and how U.S. attempts to put spies in orbit paved the way for the first space station.

An elite group of British paratroopers launch a midnight raid in order to capture Hitler's unusual radar equipment.

In the waning days of the war in Europe, the Soviets march into Germany. The Nazis take their final stand as they defend the capital of the Third Reich - Berlin.

Point Of No Return: True stories from WWII. As Lt Charles Scheffel leads his unit across France, Marine Nolen Marbrey is wounded in the bloody battle of Peleliu in the Pacific.

Explore some of the most valuable treasures found in the most unlikely of ways.

Examine the influence that popular culture and entertainment have on daily life. As we gravitate to larger-than-life stories, outlandish myths begin to spread.

The team investigate footage of a witch's broomstick, extraterrestrial goings-on and blobs falling from the sky.

Darkness Falls: Documentary series highlighting what life was really like during the Second World War, featuring the personal stories of soldiers from both sides of the conflict.

Hard Way Back: Series highlighting what life was like during WWII. Rookie platoon leader Charles Scheffel suffers his first losses as he battles Rommel's Afrika Korps in Tunisia.

Alien Beacons: For centuries, ancient monuments and sky-visible markings have puzzled researchers, leading to questions about their true significance.

Alien Skies: From mid-air abductions to near-disasters caused by unseen enemies, experts examine if we are alone in the skies over Earth.

The Next Wave: A fascinating look at the mounting evidence that suggests UFO waves are able to penetrate the world's most closely guarded airspace at will.

Tony heads out on a walk that reveals the story of the remarkable Bronte family, exploring how the moors inspired their most famous novels.

Alice Roberts tours the East of England, seeking out the biggest archaeological digs of the year and witnessing the uncovering of a hugely significant Roman mosaic.

Explore some of the most valuable treasures found in the most unlikely of ways.

Examine the influence that popular culture and entertainment have on daily life. As we gravitate to larger-than-life stories, outlandish myths begin to spread.

The team investigate footage of a witch's broomstick, extraterrestrial goings-on and blobs falling from the sky.

Darkness Falls: Documentary series highlighting what life was really like during the Second World War, featuring the personal stories of soldiers from both sides of the conflict.

Hard Way Back: Series highlighting what life was like during WWII. Rookie platoon leader Charles Scheffel suffers his first losses as he battles Rommel's Afrika Korps in Tunisia.

US: Ross Kemp heads to New York, discovering the connection between USA and Britain in the rise of the mafia - as well as learning about the infamous Kray twins.

The Hells Angels use hang-arounds and Angel wannabes to do their dirty work, with Ted Soke grooming his own son Donny to become a serial killer.

Alien Beacons: For centuries, ancient monuments and sky-visible markings have puzzled researchers, leading to questions about their true significance.

Alien Skies: From mid-air abductions to near-disasters caused by unseen enemies, experts examine if we are alone in the skies over Earth.

The Next Wave: A fascinating look at the mounting evidence that suggests UFO waves are able to penetrate the world's most closely guarded airspace at will.

Tony heads out on a walk that reveals the story of the remarkable Bronte family, exploring how the moors inspired their most famous novels.

Alice Roberts tours the East of England, seeking out the biggest archaeological digs of the year and witnessing the uncovering of a hugely significant Roman mosaic.

Andy visits Britain's oldest shop, drinks coffee with a corpse and discovers a 19th-century time machine hidden in an urban cemetery.

Looking at early metal warships, and how HMS Rattler's screw propeller in 1845 would lead to the revolutionary HMS Dreadnought in the 20th Century.

Explore mysterious secrets hidden in tunnels, caves and burial sites, from lost treasures to ancient manuscripts behind walls.

Examine how conflict has reshaped nations and devastated generations. Wars dominate history but the reasons for them starting are constantly disputed.

The team explore possible proof of a sea monster, a tale of a skydive gone wrong, and a ghostly image.

Bloody Resolve: Series highlighting what life was really like on the frontlines during WWII. In Tarawa, mechanical failure leads to one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific.

Battle Stations: It's 1944 and the Allies are planning the invasion of France. For pilot Bert Stiles that means joining the decimated 8th Air Force to clear the Normandy skies.

Alien Messengers: Across cultures and throughout history, stories of individuals receiving wisdom from otherworldly sources are widespread.

Signs of Abduction: From loss of time and bizarre hazy memories, to terrifying accounts of alien surgery, these are the hidden signs of alien abduction.

Antigravity: Experts discuss the possibility of advanced alien technology that could allow UFOs to fly at blinding speed or hover effortlessly a few feet above the ground.

Tony sets out on a walk across the Cairngorms to Balmoral, in the footsteps of Victoria and Albert, who promoted the Scottish Highlands.

The south of England offers rich pickings, including the earliest money made in Britain and a massive haul of Roman treasure.

Explore mysterious secrets hidden in tunnels, caves and burial sites, from lost treasures to ancient manuscripts behind walls.

Examine how conflict has reshaped nations and devastated generations. Wars dominate history but the reasons for them starting are constantly disputed.

The team explore possible proof of a sea monster, a tale of a skydive gone wrong, and a ghostly image.

Bloody Resolve: Series highlighting what life was really like on the frontlines during WWII. In Tarawa, mechanical failure leads to one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific.

Battle Stations: It's 1944 and the Allies are planning the invasion of France. For pilot Bert Stiles that means joining the decimated 8th Air Force to clear the Normandy skies.

In 1917, three young shepherd children from Fatima, Portugal, claimed to be instruments of divine prophecy. Was there truth to their allegations.

The most notorious madman in history, Adolf Hitler, was a murderer and a seducer of millions. But what role did prophecy and the occult play in his rise.

Alien Messengers: Across cultures and throughout history, stories of individuals receiving wisdom from otherworldly sources are widespread.

Signs of Abduction: From loss of time and bizarre hazy memories, to terrifying accounts of alien surgery, these are the hidden signs of alien abduction.

Antigravity: Experts discuss the possibility of advanced alien technology that could allow UFOs to fly at blinding speed or hover effortlessly a few feet above the ground.

Tony sets out on a walk across the Cairngorms to Balmoral, in the footsteps of Victoria and Albert, who promoted the Scottish Highlands.

The south of England offers rich pickings, including the earliest money made in Britain and a massive haul of Roman treasure.

Allen Haff and Clinton 'Ton' Jones head to San Bernadino in search of a storage locker gold rush. Ton finds a 1880s gun, but it's only valuable if it fires.

A money-making mission to downtown LA leads Ton and Allen to a copper cash till and a rare pistol. But will their finds bring them big profits.

From tests in the River Thames, to the German's deadly U-boat attacks in World War II, this episode explores the silent threat of submarines.

From a real mythical monster to deadly prehistoric animals and lethal pathogens in the tundra, shocking discoveries terrify the world.

Explore the theme of society and myths that engulf memories of the past. These myths often become woven into the fabric of our society and can pass through generations.

The team examine a strange UFO sighting, the sudden appearance of a red sea and possible proof of a Yeti.

Day Of Days: America is on the offensive, but fighting on the Normandy beaches is ferocious and victory will not come quickly, especially for Lt Charles Scheffel.

Point Of No Return: True stories from WWII. As Lt Charles Scheffel leads his unit across France, Marine Nolen Marbrey is wounded in the bloody battle of Peleliu in the Pacific.

Examining otherworldly artefacts as physical evidence of extraterrestrial visits, including a strange metal sphere that defies the laws of physics.

Ancient Astronaut theorists look at the Aborigine legend of Dreamtime, and ask if these stories hold the proof that aliens created life on Earth.

UFO Metal: Nations all over the world are rumoured to have found metal debris from UFO crashes. Join the investigation into the alleged wreckages of otherworldly crafts.

Triangle Terror: For years, the flying saucer has been synonymous with UFO terror. But is it still the spacecraft that frightens us the most? Or has fear taken a new shape.

Tony traces the Norman conquest of this part of Wales, which still feels more English than the rest of the country, nearly 1000 years later.

Discover the most incredible archaeology from the north of Britain, including Scotland's oldest railway and one of the best-preserved Norman castles.

From a real mythical monster to deadly prehistoric animals and lethal pathogens in the tundra, shocking discoveries terrify the world.

Explore the theme of society and myths that engulf memories of the past. These myths often become woven into the fabric of our society and can pass through generations.

The team examine a strange UFO sighting, the sudden appearance of a red sea and possible proof of a Yeti.

Day Of Days: America is on the offensive, but fighting on the Normandy beaches is ferocious and victory will not come quickly, especially for Lt Charles Scheffel.

Point Of No Return: True stories from WWII. As Lt Charles Scheffel leads his unit across France, Marine Nolen Marbrey is wounded in the bloody battle of Peleliu in the Pacific.

A chilling recreation of the unsettling version of Germany that Adolf Hitler had wanted to create, complete with monstrous monuments and built on slave labour.

Immerse yourself in the jaw-dropping world of three crazy rich ancients who built some of the largest, most luxurious palaces ever known to man.

These crazy rich ancients poured their money into building the most luxurious final resting places for themselves after death.

Examining otherworldly artefacts as physical evidence of extraterrestrial visits, including a strange metal sphere that defies the laws of physics.

Ancient Astronaut theorists look at the Aborigine legend of Dreamtime, and ask if these stories hold the proof that aliens created life on Earth.

UFO Metal: Nations all over the world are rumoured to have found metal debris from UFO crashes. Join the investigation into the alleged wreckages of otherworldly crafts.

Triangle Terror: For years, the flying saucer has been synonymous with UFO terror. But is it still the spacecraft that frightens us the most? Or has fear taken a new shape.

Tony traces the Norman conquest of this part of Wales, which still feels more English than the rest of the country, nearly 1000 years later.

Discover the most incredible archaeology from the north of Britain, including Scotland's oldest railway and one of the best-preserved Norman castles.

A bidding war results in a depression-era slot machine, a custom mini-bike and a 1880s Colt Peacemaker. But can Ton and Allen make their money back.

The guys head to a high-end auction, where they lay their hands on a rare Fender Stratocaster. Plus, can they turn a rusty 1936 Schwinn to riches.

Exploring the Cold War vessels that played pivotal roles in events such as the blockade of Cuba and the Vietnam war.

From secret nuclear programs to hidden Cold War bunkers, we uncover the surprising people and places behind top-secret discoveries.

Explore the stories of the leaders and key figures who have defined periods of history and whose mythologies often outlive their influence.

The team investigate a legendary man-eating croc, glowing lights in Mexico and chilling footage of a pair of dogs.

Striking Distance: It's 1944 and Sgt Jack Werner is among the men storming the beaches of Leyte in the Philippines to liberate the POWs who have been stranded there.

Glory And Guts: True stories from WWII. Reporter Robert Sherrod accompanies Marines on their assault of Iwo Jima and witnesses the horror of the fight and the iconic flag raising.

In the countryside of Wiltshire, England lies Rudloe Manor. A quaint manor house? Or epicentre of British UFO research since World War II.

Could claims of "The Nine" - a federation of extraterrestrial beings who monitor and influence mankind - have any credence? Experts believe so.

Earth Portals: Experts unravel the secrets of the universe's earth portals: shortcuts through space that allow travellers to span vast distances in the blink of an eye.

Solar System UFOs: Discover the shocking truth about alien civilisations in our solar system. Check out derelict spacecrafts and explore the mysterious origins of UFOs.

For five years, the Channel Islands were occupied by Nazi Germany. Here, Tony traces the still-visible story of the occupation.

Alice Roberts heads to the Midlands to take a look at the best archaeological finds from the heart of England.

From secret nuclear programs to hidden Cold War bunkers, we uncover the surprising people and places behind top-secret discoveries.

Explore the stories of the leaders and key figures who have defined periods of history and whose mythologies often outlive their influence.

The team investigate a legendary man-eating croc, glowing lights in Mexico and chilling footage of a pair of dogs.

Striking Distance: It's 1944 and Sgt Jack Werner is among the men storming the beaches of Leyte in the Philippines to liberate the POWs who have been stranded there.

Glory And Guts: True stories from WWII. Reporter Robert Sherrod accompanies Marines on their assault of Iwo Jima and witnesses the horror of the fight and the iconic flag raising.

Explore the cutting-edge weapons and defenses that armed the ancient warriors. Who wore the first bulletproof vest? And when was the first 'machine gun' fired.

From luxurious revolving rooms to colossal walls and the technology behind amphitheatres, discover the true power and scale of the Romans' ingenuity.

In the countryside of Wiltshire, England lies Rudloe Manor. A quaint manor house? Or epicentre of British UFO research since World War II.

Could claims of "The Nine" - a federation of extraterrestrial beings who monitor and influence mankind - have any credence? Experts believe so.

Earth Portals: Experts unravel the secrets of the universe's earth portals: shortcuts through space that allow travellers to span vast distances in the blink of an eye.

Solar System UFOs: Discover the shocking truth about alien civilisations in our solar system. Check out derelict spacecrafts and explore the mysterious origins of UFOs.

For five years, the Channel Islands were occupied by Nazi Germany. Here, Tony traces the still-visible story of the occupation.

Alice Roberts heads to the Midlands to take a look at the best archaeological finds from the heart of England.

Ton and Allen get a surprise when they win a classic GMC truck. They also find a first-of-its kind Coca-Cola vending machine. But is it the real McCoy.

Ton and Allen find centuries-old Masonic swords and a Nixon-era lie detector. Plus, they test out Civil War muskets on the firing range.

Stories of hospital ships and those who served on them, including the tragic story of the sinking of the Titanic's sister vessel, The Britannic.

Discover treasures and ancient manuscripts hidden in mysterious chambers, tunnels, caves and burial sites.

Explore and tackle the great unsolved mysteries of our world. Generations from now, their obscured truths will provide fertile ground for myth-making.

Dive into a video from the US Navy that proves once and for all that UFOs exist and examine an alleged Loch Ness monster sighting.

Edge Of The Abyss: True stories from WWII. After surviving the Battle of the Bulge, infantryman Rockie Blunt pushes towards the Rhine and the end of the war.

End Game: It is the final push in Europe, but before the Nazis surrender infantryman Rockie Blunt witnesses one of the greatest tragedies of the war: the concentration camps.

Why do many ancient architectural wonders bear similarities despite being built by different civilisations? Could aliens have designed them.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that China, with its history of technological advancement and isolationism, could have been the home of alien beings.

Nazi UFOs: Could alien technology have helped the Nazis' rise to power? Experts question whether Hitler had extraterrestrial help in his quest for world domination.

Alien Bodies: Uncover the shocking truth about alien remains as experts investigate unsettling reports of extraterrestrial bodies recovered from crashed UFOs.

On the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, Tony unravels the history from the myths surrounding King John and Robin Hood.

Professor Alice Roberts heads to the West of England to showcase some of archelogy's greatest recent finds, including a new Roman town.

Discover treasures and ancient manuscripts hidden in mysterious chambers, tunnels, caves and burial sites.

Explore and tackle the great unsolved mysteries of our world. Generations from now, their obscured truths will provide fertile ground for myth-making.

Dive into a video from the US Navy that proves once and for all that UFOs exist and examine an alleged Loch Ness monster sighting.

Edge Of The Abyss: True stories from WWII. After surviving the Battle of the Bulge, infantryman Rockie Blunt pushes towards the Rhine and the end of the war.

End Game: It is the final push in Europe, but before the Nazis surrender infantryman Rockie Blunt witnesses one of the greatest tragedies of the war: the concentration camps.

Thousands of UFO sightings and abductions are reported every year. This series examines these accounts and casts new light on historic cases.

Explore the fate of crypts, safes, time capsules, personal records and other human relics. Meanwhile, Marine Corps learn to succeed in the wild.

Why do many ancient architectural wonders bear similarities despite being built by different civilisations? Could aliens have designed them.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that China, with its history of technological advancement and isolationism, could have been the home of alien beings.

Nazi UFOs: Could alien technology have helped the Nazis' rise to power? Experts question whether Hitler had extraterrestrial help in his quest for world domination.

Alien Bodies: Uncover the shocking truth about alien remains as experts investigate unsettling reports of extraterrestrial bodies recovered from crashed UFOs.

On the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, Tony unravels the history from the myths surrounding King John and Robin Hood.

Professor Alice Roberts heads to the West of England to showcase some of archelogy's greatest recent finds, including a new Roman town.

Ton discovers some 1920s prohibition whiskey that could have been smuggled by Al Capone. But will he sell it or swig it.

The guys head to a storage unit auction in California, where they win a 1940s arcade game, a 1901 Winchester shotgun and an antique crossbow.

Ships don't have to be large to make history, like the 1776 gunboat built to stop a British invasion, or the remarkable story of the HA-19 sub.

Why do many ancient architectural wonders bear similarities despite being built by different civilisations? Could aliens have designed them.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that China, with its history of technological advancement and isolationism, could have been the home of alien beings.

Darkness Falls: Documentary series highlighting what life was really like during the Second World War, featuring the personal stories of soldiers from both sides of the conflict.

Hard Way Back: Series highlighting what life was like during WWII. Rookie platoon leader Charles Scheffel suffers his first losses as he battles Rommel's Afrika Korps in Tunisia.

Day Of Days: America is on the offensive, but fighting on the Normandy beaches is ferocious and victory will not come quickly, especially for Lt Charles Scheffel.

Tony heads out on a walk that reveals the story of the remarkable Bronte family, exploring how the moors inspired their most famous novels.

Alice Roberts tours the East of England, seeking out the biggest archaeological digs of the year and witnessing the uncovering of a hugely significant Roman mosaic.

Discover the most incredible archaeology from the north of Britain, including Scotland's oldest railway and one of the best-preserved Norman castles.

UFO Metal: Nations all over the world are rumoured to have found metal debris from UFO crashes. Join the investigation into the alleged wreckages of otherworldly crafts.

Triangle Terror: For years, the flying saucer has been synonymous with UFO terror. But is it still the spacecraft that frightens us the most? Or has fear taken a new shape.

Alien Skies: From mid-air abductions to near-disasters caused by unseen enemies, experts examine if we are alone in the skies over Earth.

The Next Wave: A fascinating look at the mounting evidence that suggests UFO waves are able to penetrate the world's most closely guarded airspace at will.

Striking Distance: It's 1944 and Sgt Jack Werner is among the men storming the beaches of Leyte in the Philippines to liberate the POWs who have been stranded there.

Glory And Guts: True stories from WWII. Reporter Robert Sherrod accompanies Marines on their assault of Iwo Jima and witnesses the horror of the fight and the iconic flag raising.

Tony traces the Norman conquest of this part of Wales, which still feels more English than the rest of the country, nearly 1000 years later.

For five years, the Channel Islands were occupied by Nazi Germany. Here, Tony traces the still-visible story of the occupation.

In 1917, three young shepherd children from Fatima, Portugal, claimed to be instruments of divine prophecy. Was there truth to their allegations.

The most notorious madman in history, Adolf Hitler, was a murderer and a seducer of millions. But what role did prophecy and the occult play in his rise.

After Tsar Nicholas II and his family were killed by Bolsheviks in 1918, the fate of his daughter Anastasia became unknown - did she actually survive.

Why do many ancient architectural wonders bear similarities despite being built by different civilisations? Could aliens have designed them.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that China, with its history of technological advancement and isolationism, could have been the home of alien beings.

Explore some of the most valuable treasures found in the most unlikely of ways.

On June 10, 1942, Major Georges Bergé's team landed in Crete to destroy Luftwaffe planes at Heraklion airfield. They faced a tough mission.

Garth Barnard investigates World War II air accidents, starting with a B-25 training crash in Virginia that killed five crew.

Striking Distance: It's 1944 and Sgt Jack Werner is among the men storming the beaches of Leyte in the Philippines to liberate the POWs who have been stranded there.

In 1917, three young shepherd children from Fatima, Portugal, claimed to be instruments of divine prophecy. Was there truth to their allegations.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that aliens may have colonised an ice-free Antarctica, before a global event plunged it into the Ice Age.

Ancient Astronaut theorists examine the creation myth of "The Cosmic Egg", and look at why the concept is so pervasive throughout the world.

Bloody Resolve: Series highlighting what life was really like on the frontlines during WWII. In Tarawa, mechanical failure leads to one of the bloodiest battles in the Pacific.

Battle Stations: It's 1944 and the Allies are planning the invasion of France. For pilot Bert Stiles that means joining the decimated 8th Air Force to clear the Normandy skies.

Point Of No Return: True stories from WWII. As Lt Charles Scheffel leads his unit across France, Marine Nolen Marbrey is wounded in the bloody battle of Peleliu in the Pacific.

Tony sets out on a walk across the Cairngorms to Balmoral, in the footsteps of Victoria and Albert, who promoted the Scottish Highlands.

The south of England offers rich pickings, including the earliest money made in Britain and a massive haul of Roman treasure.

Alice Roberts heads to the Midlands to take a look at the best archaeological finds from the heart of England.

Earth Portals: Experts unravel the secrets of the universe's earth portals: shortcuts through space that allow travellers to span vast distances in the blink of an eye.

Solar System UFOs: Discover the shocking truth about alien civilisations in our solar system. Check out derelict spacecrafts and explore the mysterious origins of UFOs.

Signs of Abduction: From loss of time and bizarre hazy memories, to terrifying accounts of alien surgery, these are the hidden signs of alien abduction.

Antigravity: Experts discuss the possibility of advanced alien technology that could allow UFOs to fly at blinding speed or hover effortlessly a few feet above the ground.

Edge Of The Abyss: True stories from WWII. After surviving the Battle of the Bulge, infantryman Rockie Blunt pushes towards the Rhine and the end of the war.

End Game: It is the final push in Europe, but before the Nazis surrender infantryman Rockie Blunt witnesses one of the greatest tragedies of the war: the concentration camps.

On the 800th anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, Tony unravels the history from the myths surrounding King John and Robin Hood.

Professor Alice Roberts heads to the West of England to showcase some of archelogy's greatest recent finds, including a new Roman town.

Explore the fate of crypts, safes, time capsules, personal records and other human relics. Meanwhile, Marine Corps learn to succeed in the wild.

US: Ross Kemp heads to New York, discovering the connection between USA and Britain in the rise of the mafia - as well as learning about the infamous Kray twins.

In the 5th century BC, Pericles paved the way for western civilisation when he raided defence funds to build Athens. Experts re-create this first major city.

Ancient Astronaut theorists suggest that aliens may have colonised an ice-free Antarctica, before a global event plunged it into the Ice Age.

Ancient Astronaut theorists examine the creation myth of "The Cosmic Egg", and look at why the concept is so pervasive throughout the world.

Explore mysterious secrets hidden in tunnels, caves and burial sites, from lost treasures to ancient manuscripts behind walls.

From secret nuclear programs to hidden Cold War bunkers, we uncover the surprising people and places behind top-secret discoveries.

Ten British commandos, led by Major Hasler, leave the submarine Junon to paddle to Bordeaux and sabotage German warships.

Explore the complex case of the death of Wladyslaw Sikorski, the Polish PM whose plane crashed soon after taking off in 1943.

Glory And Guts: True stories from WWII. Reporter Robert Sherrod accompanies Marines on their assault of Iwo Jima and witnesses the horror of the fight and the iconic flag raising.

Discover a real Chinese curse, a Founding Father's basement of bone and a deadly island hiding world-ending pathogens. Truth is stranger than fiction.

The Lagina Brothers and Matty Blake join the late Mel Fisher's famous family to search for emeralds from the Atocha shipwreck.

Witness supposed video evidence of a UFO over Houston, a creature in an attic and a sighting of Bigfoot in Utah.

On June 10, 1942, Major Georges Bergé's team landed in Crete to destroy Luftwaffe planes at Heraklion airfield. They faced a tough mission.

Ten British commandos, led by Major Hasler, leave the submarine Junon to paddle to Bordeaux and sabotage German warships.

Could a curse really exist on Tutankhamun's tomb, but in the form of alien technology designed to protect an incredible secret about our past.

It was mankind's finest hour, the greatest technological achievement of the 20th century - the Apollo 11 mission to the Moon.

UFO Zones: Journey to the world's hottest UFO zones, where physical and paranormal phenomenons and unidentified objects and aliens are reported with alarming frequency.

Countdown To Disclosure: Evidence suggests the world's governments could be on the verge of announcing everything they know about UFOs. What will this mean for our society.

Tony arrives at the most rebellious corner of England as he looks back at the Duke of Monmouth's attempt to overthrow the British monarchy.

Another visit to the north for Alice, checking out evidence of early writing by the Picts in Scotland and a 3,000-year-old Bronze Age coffin.

Discover a real Chinese curse, a Founding Father's basement of bone and a deadly island hiding world-ending pathogens. Truth is stranger than fiction.

The Lagina Brothers and Matty Blake join the late Mel Fisher's famous family to search for emeralds from the Atocha shipwreck.

Witness supposed video evidence of a UFO over Houston, a creature in an attic and a sighting of Bigfoot in Utah.

On June 10, 1942, Major Georges Bergé's team landed in Crete to destroy Luftwaffe planes at Heraklion airfield. They faced a tough mission.

Ten British commandos, led by Major Hasler, leave the submarine Junon to paddle to Bordeaux and sabotage German warships.

Colombia: Ross sees just how prevalent cocaine is in Colombia as he joins an army raid, before meeting the son of Gilberto Rodriguez - a founder of the Cali Cartel.

The plot to blow up the Houses of Parliament has failed - and while mercenary Guido Fawkes is taken to the Tower of London, his accomplices are on the run.