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Explore some iconic historical moments while debunking long-held myths and shining new light on past events. Advances in investigative techniques, forensic science and historical scholarship offer new evidence on forgotten mysteries.

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"Plunderer: The Life and Times of a Nazi Art Thief"

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Van Gogh’s Ear

What did Vincent Van Gogh really do on the night of December 23, 1888, in the town of Arles?

  • Original12/14/2016
  • SEDE1602

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The Woman in the Iron Coffin

Uncover the story of early America's free black communities via remains of a woman from the 1800s.

  • Original10/3/2018
  • SEDE1605

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King Arthur's Lost Kingdom

Uncover new evidence suggesting the legend of King Arthur began in a Dark Ages trading village.

  • Original3/27/2019
  • SEDE1703

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Abandoning the Titanic

Join experts searching for a mystery ship that could have saved Titanic passengers but sailed away.

  • Original11/4/2020
  • SEDE1706

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Lady Sapiens

New investigations from across the globe piece together the untold story of prehistoric women.

  • Original10/27/2021
  • SEDE1902

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Hindenburg's Fatal Flaws

A fresh look at the Hindenburg explosion reveals the flaws that directly led to the disaster.

  • Original11/10/2021
  • SEDE1905

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The Sunken Basilica Explore the sunken remains of an early Christian basilica in western Turkey.
  • Original10/11/2023
  • SEDE2005

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Jurassic Fortunes Discover the world of dinosaur fossil collecting, an unusual hobby with a growing market.
  • Original10/18/2023
  • SEDE2006

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Eiffel's Race to the Top Discover the untold story of Paris’ most famous landmark and the race to top 1,000 feet.
  • Original10/25/2023
  • SEDE2101

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Death in Britannia Uncover the only evidence of crucifixion in Roman-occupied Britain.
  • Original11/1/2023
  • SEDE2102

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The Princes in the Tower Find out if the 15th-century murder of two princes in the Tower of London can be solved.
  • Original11/22/2023
  • SEDE2103
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Chelsey Saatkamp

WNET

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