S7 E1 • Baldwin IV - The Leper King of Jerusalem

On today's episode on It's History we take a brief look at Baldwin IV - the 12th century ruler of Jerusalem bound with an incurable disease. Suffering from leprosy Baldwin was known to charge into battle with his right hand paralyzed and yet managed to achieve victory. Learn more about this truly astounding figure!

Première diffusion : 27 juillet 2017

S7 E2 • Vlad the Impaler - The Real Dracula

Some of us know that Dracula actually existed, but hardly anyone knows his biography. Vlad Tepesz was the ruler of Wallachia and a fierce enemy of the Ottoman Empire. His nickname originated from his most favorite form of punishment - impaling his opponents, which to this day remains one of the most cruel and gory forms of death.

Première diffusion : 29 août 2017

S7 E3 • The Attack of the Living Dead - 1915

In 1915 the events known as 'the attack of the living dead' took place in Osowiec. It's not just a simple horror story, but a terrifying reality from the dreadful years of the WWI.

Première diffusion : 19 septembre 2017

S7 E4 • Saladin - Sword of Islam

Saladin was the famous muslim leader during the time of crusades.

Première diffusion : 2 février 2018

S7 E5 • Ivan the Terrible - The First Russian Tsar

Ivan IV Vasilyevich commonly known as Ivan the Terrible was the first tsar of Russia. Did he deserve his title?

Première diffusion : 14 février 2018

S7 E6 • Curse of the Friday the 13th

On today's episode we are going to talk about the end of the Templar Order and the famous curse of Jacques de Molay.

Première diffusion : 21 février 2018

S7 E7 • Amputations in the Napoleonic Wars

In this episode we are going to talk about amputations in the Napoleonic Wars.

Première diffusion : 6 mars 2018

S7 E8 • Secrets of the Medieval Steel

Today we are going to tell you how medieval weapons were made. We went to the Wolin island, for the biggest viking festival in Poland to learn the secrets from real blacksmiths.

Première diffusion : 15 mars 2018

S7 E9 • Landsknechts - Most Brutal Mercenaries of the Renaissance

Today we are going to tell you about The Landsknechts - german mercenaries from the 16th century with a very formidable reputation.

Première diffusion : 11 avril 2018

S7 E10 • The Truth About Viking Armor

Skål! Today we are gonna talk about some myths and misconceptions about the vikings and their weapons.

Première diffusion : 25 avril 2018

S7 E11 • Armors of the Crusades

In this episode we'll talk about the armors that were used during the First Crusade.

Première diffusion : 9 mai 2018

S7 E12 • Medieval Tank - The 13th Century Knight

This time we will take you back to middle ages. It's 13th century - what did medieval armor look like?

Première diffusion : 23 mai 2018

S7 E13 • Danse Macabre - Dancing Plague of 1518

Let’s get this party started! Today we are going to talk about the mysterious dancing plague of 1518.

Première diffusion : 14 juin 2018

S7 E14 • Blood & Glory - The Truth About Gladiators

Today we will travel back in time to the ancient Rome. Who were the Gladiators?

Première diffusion : 20 juin 2018

S7 E15 • The Impenetrable Armor?

In today's episode we move past the 13th century to talk about the plate armor.

Première diffusion : 4 juillet 2018

S7 E16 • Suleiman the Magnificent

In today's episode we will tell you the story of the most famous sultan of the Ottoman Empire.

Première diffusion : 11 juillet 2018

S7 E17 • The Nizaris - Real Assassins

Learn the real story behind the Assassin's Creed series.

Première diffusion : 25 juillet 2018

S7 E18 • Joan of Arc - The Maid of Orléans

Today we will tell you the story of Joan of Arc - Roman Catholic saint and national heroine of France.

Première diffusion : 17 août 2018

S7 E19 • Gilles de Rais - French Dracula

He fought side-by-side with Joan of Arc, but he also held terrible secret. Meet Gilles de Rais - medieval serial killer.

Première diffusion : 24 août 2018

S7 E20 • Napoleon - Rise to Power

Learn how Napoleon came to power.

Première diffusion : 7 septembre 2018

S7 E21 • Napoleon - Conquering Europe

In this episode we continue the story of Napoleon Bonaparte.

Première diffusion : 14 septembre 2018

S7 E22 • Battle of Hattin - Fall of the Crusades

Battle of Hattin (also known as the Battle of the Horns of Hattin) was one of the most important battles in the history of Crusades.

Première diffusion : 11 octobre 2018

S7 E23 • Tokugawa Ieyasu - Shogun of Japan

Meet the founder and first shōgun of the Tokugawa shogunate of Japan.

Première diffusion : 25 octobre 2018

S7 E24 • T.E. Lawrence - Lawrence of Arabia

Who was the famous Lawrence of Arabia?

Première diffusion : 8 novembre 2018

S7 E25 • How Vermeer Lied to Us

We are sure, you have heard about Johannes Vermeer. This Dutch artist has created iconic paintings - for example "The Milkmaid" or "Girl with a Pearl Earring". If you want, to learn more about his life and astonishing art, watch our new video.

Première diffusion : 3 décembre 2018

S7 E26 • Santa Claus - Bishop of Mira

Today I will introduce you to the figure of Saint Nicholas - but not the one we know from Christmas decorations. Nicholas of Bari is a saint of both a Catholic and an Orthodox church. He was born not in Lapland, but in the territory of today's Turkey.

Première diffusion : 20 décembre 2018

S7 E27 • Masada - The Last Bastion of the Zealots

Only 30 years after times described in the New Testament, the Jews sparked an uprising against Roman occupation. The retaliation of the Roman Empire was merciless and the uprising was brutally suppressed. The last group of defending Jews were Zealots who hid in Masada: the ancient mountain fortress.

Première diffusion : 4 janvier 2019

S7 E28 • Themistocles - Hero from Salamina

Themistocles - an Athenian politician, a prominent strategist and ... a fugitive. In this episode we will tell you the story of this extraordinary hero from Salamina who was forced to leave Athens in the last years of his life. How much does his life differ from its depiction in the movie "300: Rise of the Empire"?

Première diffusion : 17 janvier 2019

S7 E29 • Battle Of Ager Falernus - Remarkable Hannibal's Victory

Today you will hear about how Hannibal with his army fell into an ambush and how in unusual way they got out. Will Fabius Maximus - a Roman dictator stop his plan? The Second Punic War is also full of fascinating episodes.

Première diffusion : 30 janvier 2019

S7 E30 • Jan III Sobieski - King of Poland

Jan III Sobieski - an extraordinary king of Poland, known for his notable military skills and great knowledge. Let's see his way to the throne.

Première diffusion : 13 février 2019

S7 E31 • Who Were the Plague Doctors?

The Black Death - an epidemic that decimated medieval Europe. A disease that affected both beggars and kings. This event changed the face of history forever. The figures that we associate with this plague are masked doctors reminiscent of crows - in this episode you will find out who they really were.

Première diffusion : 28 février 2019