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Welcome to Absolute History - the home of fun, shocking and curious tales from throughout history. From Tony Robinson's Worst Jobs in History to Suzannah Lipscomb's Hidden Killers, join us to learn about our history the entertaining way.Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss out on our new documentaries every week!Sign up for History Hit and unlock hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with new releases every week and ad-free podcasts. Join world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more as they bring history to life. Start your journey today - get your free trial at and start watching the world's best history documentaries - https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gFQZ50Absolute History is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. To get in touch please email owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com.
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- Today56 min
The Former Astronaut Who Led Six Expeditions To Hunt For Noah's Ark | Myth Hunters
This documentary chronicles the extraordinary journey of NASA astronaut James Irwin, who, after walking on the moon, became obsessed with uncovering one of history's greatest mysteries: Noah's Ark. Driven by faith and a passion for exploration, Irwin embarked on six perilous expeditions to Mount Ararat, the legendary resting place of the Ark. Despite harsh conditions and political challenges, his relentless pursuit symbolized the merging of science and faith. Through rare footage and personal accounts, this film delves into Irwin's unique quest, highlighting the challenges, discoveries, and unwavering determination that defined his post-spaceflight mission to find the Ark.Uploaded 18-09-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com#AbsoluteHistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today24 min
Tony's Top 5 Worst Royal Jobs
Tony Robinson demonstrates the top 5 worst royal jobs in history.Uploaded 21-11-19It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 39m
What Is It like To Grow Up In A 16th Century Castle?
Join Julie Montagu as she explores the historic seat of the Earls of Sandwich, Hinchingbrooke House. Discover the intriguing history of this stately home and how the Montagus ultimately lost this grand property.Uploaded 06-11-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com#AbsoluteHistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today1h 5m
Queen Victoria: A Most Prolific Diarist| Absolute History
Biographer A.N. Wilson uncovers the intriguing personal life of Queen Victoria through her journals and letters in this psychological portrait of Britain's longest reigning monarch. With Queen Victoria's writings read by Anna Chancellor.Uploaded 05-11-19It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today56 min
Archeologists Uncover Britain's Ancient Anglo-Saxon Secrets
Professor Alice Roberts and the Digging For Britain team investigate the Anglo-Saxons, the people who gave Britain its name. Discover why this group had a lot more in common with us than one might expect and why these supposed "dark ages" weren't really all that dark. Uploaded 05-01-25💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com#AbsoluteHistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today53 min
The Woman Who Broke Casanova's Heart | Casanova's Letters (Part 2 of 6) | Absolute History
A true son of the renaissance, Casanova was a musician, a healer, a spy and a lover. He led a tempestuous life where he made and lost fortunes, invented the National Lottery, fought duels with Counts, and had the most famous love life of all time. These letters are actual correspondence between Casanova and his lovers, offering a completely unique perspective to his story.Uploaded 20-03-20It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today29 min
The Real Reason Ancient Egyptians Built Pyramids | Egypt Detectives
Intrigue and mystery have always surrounded the pyramids. Mysteries abound about how and why they were built, but questions still remain unanswered about where they were constructed. With Miriam investigating the geology of the Nile Valley and Dominic the Egyptian religion and myth, the Egypt Detectives try and piece together some logic behind the geography of the royal tombs. Uploaded 30-07-19It's like Netflix for history... Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
- Today3h 58m
What Was Life Like For A 19th-Century Fur Trader?
Follow an eight-person volunteer team as they attempt to recreate the journey made by fur traders of the Hudson's Bay Company during the 1840s by travelling from Winnipeg to Hudson Bay. The trip covers 800 miles (1200 kilometers) and takes the team through the heart of the Canadian wilderness.Uploaded 13-10-24💚 Join the Absolute History club to get access to exclusive member benefits! 👉 https://bit.ly/3qTE0NRDiscover the past on History Hit with ad-free exclusive podcasts and documentaries released weekly presented by world-renowned historians Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more. Sign up to History Hit to start watching now https://bit.ly/45CPh5uThis channel is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. Any queries please contact: owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com#AbsoluteHistory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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About Absolute History
Welcome to Absolute History - the home of fun, shocking and curious tales from throughout history. From Tony Robinson's Worst Jobs in History to Suzannah Lipscomb's Hidden Killers, join us to learn about our history the entertaining way.Subscribe to the channel so you don't miss out on our new documentaries every week!Sign up for History Hit and unlock hundreds of hours of original documentaries, with new releases every week and ad-free podcasts. Join world-renowned historians like Dan Snow, Suzannah Lipscomb, Matt Lewis, and more as they bring history to life. Start your journey today - get your free trial at and start watching the world's best history documentaries - https://eu1.hubs.ly/H0gFQZ50Absolute History is part of the Little Dot Studios Network. To get in touch please email owned-enquiries@littledotstudios.com.
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