The series describes the accomplishments of several famous German physicians and scientists at the prestigious Charité hospital in Berlin during its history.

The 'Mighty Eighth Air Force' tilted the balance for the Allies during World War II. This is the story of how they did it, using rare archival footage and dramatic eye-witness accounts of the airmen and the commanders themselves.

A young lawyer, Richard Goodwin, investigates a potentially fixed game show. Charles Van Doren, a big time show winner, is under Goodwin's investigation.

Recreations, interviews and restored archival footage tell the story of NASA's Apollo program.

Queen Cleopatra VII of Egypt experiences both triumph and tragedy as she attempts to resist the imperial ambitions of Rome.

Offered a plea deal by the FBI, William O'Neal infiltrates the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party to gather intelligence on Chairman Fred Hampton.

Based on Iain Ballantyne's book, and shedding new light on one of World War II's most epic sea battles, this documentary provides a thrilling countdown of the Bismarck's final 24 hours.

A new "treasure map" of the Maya world is transforming what we thought we knew of one of the world most mysterious ancient civilizations

In June 1944 the Allies invade German-occupied France in Normandy. On its way to the battle the infamous, veteran 2nd SS Panzer Division Das Reich commits all manner of atrocities on the French civilian population.

When the British army looks set to defeat Mussolini's Italian forces, Hitler sends reinforcements; the Afrika Korps led by General Rommel. The Desert Fox is on winning form until Montgomery, the British commander, sets up a plan to crush his opponent.

Documents the real 1993 Battle of Mogadishu through firsthand accounts from U.S. soldiers and Somali civilians, detailing the mission to capture warlord Aidid and the downing of two helicopters.

November, 1953. Pauline Dubuisson is accused of the cold-bloodied murder of her lover Félix. But who exactly is this young woman that the whole of France wants to see convicted? A cold calculating social climber? Or a free spirit, asserting her emancipation before it became fashionable?

Retired soldier Saichi Sugimoto and Ainu girl Asirpa seek the hidden Ainu gold while hunting escaped convicts with tattooed maps leading to its location.

After Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor Dec. 7, 1941, USA bombs Tokyo to boost morale. A pilot survives thanks to a Chinese woman's help.

The story of Joan Stanley, who was exposed as the K.G.B.'s longest-serving British spy.

Profiles of secret operatives for the Allies in World War II.

In 1987, U.S. Senator Gary Hart's presidential campaign is derailed when he's caught in a scandalous love affair.

A drama based on the life of Ronald Reagan, from his childhood to his time in the oval office.

In the middle of Sherman's March, in eastern Georgia, Confederate infantry, cavalry, and artillery make a bold stand against the overwhelming numbers of the Union army as it tears across Georgia.

Explores the American Revolution through experts, re-enactments, and animations. Include John Glover's role in crossing the Delaware, Salem Poor's bravery despite enslavement, and Nancy Hart's daring espionage disguised as a man.