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6 revolutions and uprisings that changed history
2 days ago · 5. The Arab Spring. In 2010, one man’s protest in Tunisia ignited a wave of uprisings across the Arab world. Ordinary people took to the streets to demand dignity, freedom and better living conditions. Regimes that seemed unshakeable crumbled under the weight of people power and for a moment, the world held its breath.
Articles | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
10 free episodes you can watch on HISTORY Play in August 2024. 1. 2. 3. …. Last »Last page. From deep-dives on historical events, to articles on our latest shows, there's always something new to read at www.history.co.uk.
5 popular theories about why Stonehenge was built
1. Solar calendar. The most widespread and popular theory about Stonehenge has been around since the 18th century. It suggests the monument is an ancient solar calendar that served as a physical representation of the year. It has been observed that the axis of the stones at the centre of Stonehenge marks the position of the rising sun on both ...
The history of the English Reformation | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
The history of the English Reformation. In the early morning of May 19th, 1536, Anne Boleyn, Henry VIII ’s second and most famous queen stepped onto a chilly scaffold dressed in an ermine lined dress of damask at Tower Green, London, and after a brief speech to a small selected crowd was beheaded with a single blow from a Frenchman’s sword.
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He will never forget what he saw - UFO Encounters UK. 40:29. Full Episode. Skinwalker gang face a terrifying new threat - Curse of Skinwalker Ranch. 8:00. How the Cali Cartel built a global crime empire - Ross Kemp: Mafia and Britain. 8:00. The Mafia’s forgotten UK roots - Ross Kemp: Mafia and Britain. 5:00.
A brief timeline of the British Empire | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
1778. Many years after James Cook’s voyage Down Under, the British establish a penal colony in New South Wales, with convicted petty criminals sent there to work as labourers for non-convict settlers. Over time, it transitions to a civil society, with British claim eventually extending to the whole Australian continent.
Black History Month | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
Black History Month celebrates and champions the contribution of African and Caribbean communities to British culture and society. Taking place in October, the annual observance first began in 1987 and is a constant reminder of our country's rich and diverse cultural heritage. To support this year's event, Sky HISTORY has created this dedicated ...
This Day in History | Sky HISTORY TV Channel
Allies raid Dieppe. Learn about the anniversaries of historical events which shaped the world. Search historical events by day, week and month.
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