The romantic tale of the encounter between Native American girl Pocahontas and English adventurer Captain John Smith is one of the most lasting American legends. But was it really a love story or simply the figment of a vivid imagination?

This is the life story of Pope John Paul II – a journey from pre-war provincial Poland to a worldwide Papal mission. He is the first Pole ever to be made pontiff and the first non-Italian to be elected Pope since 1522. His pontificate has been one of the most eventful and dynamic in history.

A thrilling archaeological detective story that reveals how the Minoans, Europe’s first great civilisation, lived and died. We uncover their true origins and evidence of their terrible fate. For the first time we can disclose the evidence of how they died, in an event that was greater and had a more devastating effect than previously believed from theoretical forecasts.

Legendary and loveable rogue, brutal mercenary, successful businessman, loyal servant of the British crown. Using the latest historical evidence and underwater forensic techniques we reveal the truth behind the myth of the world’s most infamous pirate and tell a tall tale that puts Treasure Island to shame. This is the Real Henry Morgan!

Despite initial cynicism and opposition, the Memorial was built in 1982. The black granite wall, designed by Maya Lin, was called a black gash of shame and stirred up so much controversy that the project was almost stopped. Today, it is an icon where millions of visitors come each year. Some to pay tribute and others to heal old wounds.

They did it for money, for fame, and for thrills. They used disguises, cunning, and bravado. Some traveled through foreign lands, leading top detectives on a wild pursuit around the world. Some got away with millions, others captured within days. They're the leaders, followers, and masterminds behind the 20th Century's greatest robberies.

The Smithsonian Institution has protected its treasures with an interesting combination of technology and "tender loving care" for over 100 years. Now, the experts are coming to you in this engaging half hour- filled with tips and tricks that anyone can use to preserve their most cherished photos!

In 1739 Persian Emperor Nadir attacked Delhi and returned loaded with treasure. When he was assassinated, general Ahmad Shah Durrani took the Kohinoor diamond off Nadir’s corpse and escaped back to Afghanistan. We follow writer/explorer Tahir Shah in his quest is for the legendary treasure of Durrani, allegedly hidden in one of the many Buddhist cave complexes in the country.

In April of 1945, the Japanese Military Command sent its prize battleship on an impossible kamikaze mission: to defeat a large US fleet off the coast of Japan. Her name was the Yamato. She was the largest and most technologically advanced battleship in history, with guns of awesome calibre and a massive armoury. She was virtually unsinkable.