Viking History
"The Vikings crossed oceans in open boats without navigational tools and pulled ships across land to avoid rocky seas. It is a mystery how they reached the Black Sea and Americas." Join modern sailors on an epic journey in the "High Seas" portion of the BBC film Viking Voyage.
Cannibalism
In the Hidden Engineering portion of Colesseum: Roman Death Trap, historians describe a mock a battle in the famous amphitheater: the sea battle occurred in the morning and gladiators fought in the afternoon. Using aqueducts, engineers flooded the Hypogeum to five feet and designed flat-bottomed boats.
History of Criminal Insanity
"Victorians believed meeting someone's needs in a controlled environment helped cure insanity." This film explores Broadmoor, a notorious hospital for criminals deemed insane. The "Insanity in British Law" portion looks at related law over time.
Irish History
"What is the essence of Irish music? If you answered Riverdance, you need to broaden your thinking. This is a fascinating look into Irish music that explains why the art form is so central to Irish culture and identity. "Introducing the Music of Ireland" explores the history of music in Ireland, including popular instruments and various styles of dancing and singing."