Secret History

Secret History (1991-2019)

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Secret History is a long-running documentary series that originally ran on British television. Using a combination of interviews and archival footage, the show re-examines key historical moments of international events, often utilizing little-known and previously suppressed information. In 1992, the show won the Royal Television Society award for Best Documentary Series.

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Scheduleevery Sunday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S18E01Skeletons of the Mary Rose: The New EvidenceMar 17, 2019
S17E05Jesus' Female Disciples: The New EvidenceApr 8, 2018
S17E04Churchill's Secret AffairMar 4, 2018
S17E03Hannibal's Elephant Army: The New EvidenceFeb 25, 2018
S17E02Secrets of the 10,000 Year Old ManFeb 18, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Secret History premiere?

Secret History premiered on September 20, 1991.

Who was the director of the Secret History episode "The Guns of August"?

The director of the Secret History episode "The Guns of August" was David Espar.

Who narrated the Secret History episode "The Unquiet Dead"?

The Secret History episode "The Unquiet Dead" was narrated by Martin Jarvis.

Which Secret History episode centered around the life of Julius Caesar?

The Secret History episode that centered around the life of Julius Caesar was titled "Caesar's Greatest Battle".

What is the name of the Secret History episode about the last days of Adolf Hitler?

The name of the Secret History episode about the last days of Adolf Hitler was "The Death of Adolf Hitler".

Who was the writer of the Secret History episode "Blackbeard"?

The writer of the Secret History episode "Blackbeard" was John Malam.

What is the subject of the Secret History episode "The Maharajah's Box"?

The subject of the Secret History episode "The Maharajah's Box" is the theft of an Indian treasure.

Who was the presenter of the Secret History episode "Hemingway: The Old Man and the Sea"?

The presenter of the Secret History episode "Hemingway: The Old Man and the Sea" was Melvyn Bragg.

In which Secret History episode Keith Allen investigates the Whitechapel murders of 1888?

Keith Allen investigates the Whitechapel murders of 1888 in the Secret History episode "Jack the Ripper".

Who directed the Secret History episode "Death at the Wing"?

The Secret History episode "Death at the Wing" was directed by Daniel Helfgott.

What was featured in the episode of Secret History titled "Houdini: The Untold Story"?

The Secret History episode "Houdini: The Untold Story" featured the life of Harry Houdini.

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