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The Industrial Revolution
The Industrial Revolution was a time of innovation. But how did it shape the modern world?
The Ninja
The masters of secrecy and assassination. What is the real Ninja story?
Michelangelo
Michelangelo, one of the greatest artists of his time. What's his story?
Queen Victoria
One of the most iconic and beloved monarchs, but who was the real Queen Victoria?
Petra
Lost for 1,000 years, and rediscovered by a Swiss explorer... the ancient city of Petra
Boudica
The legend of Boudica has survived for two millennia. What is her real story?
The Indian Ocean Tsunami
Dec 26th 2004, Sumatra, Indonesia. The deadliest natural disaster of the 21st Century
Muhammad Ali
Muhammad Ali - the greatest boxer of all time?
Agatha Christie
The 鈥淨ueen of Crime鈥�, Agatha Christie, is the best-selling novelist of all time.
J.R.R. Tolkien
J.R.R. Tolkien, author of The Lord of the Rings. What is his own remarkable story?
