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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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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
Returning to Babylon Archaeologists search for Assyrian artifacts that survived the Isis occupation of Mosul.
  • Original10/2/2024
  • SEDE2104
Mozart’s Sister Learn the untold story of Maria Anna Mozart, Wolfgang’s older sister and collaborator.
  • Original10/9/2024
  • SEDE2105
The Herculaneum Scrolls Scientists attempt to read ancient scrolls carbonized by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius.
  • Original10/16/2024
  • SEDE2106
The Civil War’s Lost Massacre A search for the remains of Black Union soldiers murdered toward the end of the Civil War.
  • Original10/23/2024
  • SEDE
Field of Vampires Uncover the mystery behind the discovery of more than 50 "vampire" burials.
  • Original10/30/2024
  • SEDE
Part 1 The secret criminal network of those who profited off Nazi-looted art is finally revealed. Part One.
  • Original2/19/2025
  • SEDE2205
Part 2 The secret criminal network of those who profited off Nazi-looted art is finally revealed. Part Two.
  • Original2/26/2025
  • SEDE2206
The Rise & Fall of the Colosseum The spectacular arena showcasing Ancient Rome’s power also contributed to its downfall.
  • Original10/8/2025
  • SEDE
Cleopatra's Last Temple An unprecedented discovery could reveal new information about Cleopatra’s reign.
  • Original10/15/2025
  • SEDE
Cracking the Queen's Code See how secret letters written by Mary, Queen of Scots, were finally decoded.
  • Original10/22/2025
  • SEDE

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