Caribbean workers' vital WWII contribution revealed
A groundbreaking new documentary reveals how thousands of Caribbean workers played a crucial role in Allied victory during World War II, a story largely overlooked by history books.
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Shackleton's Endurance shipwreck found after 107 years
Groundbreaking discovery of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance shipwreck after 107 years reveals astonishing preservation in Antarctic waters, rewriting polar exploration history.
Shackleton's Endurance Found After 107 Years
Ernest Shackleton's legendary vessel Endurance discovered remarkably preserved at bottom of Weddell Sea in historic polar archaeology breakthrough.
Why Shackleton's Endurance sank: Mystery solved
Groundbreaking research reveals the shocking truth behind the sinking of Ernest Shackleton's Endurance, solving a century-old polar mystery that has captivated explorers and historians alike.
NZ compensates Samoa for 2012 ferry disaster
In a landmark move, New Zealand offers a formal apology and NZ$12.7 million compensation to Samoa for the 2012 ferry sinking that claimed five lives, marking a significant moment in Pacific diplomacy.
Lost Titanic Photos Discovered: Could Rewrite History
Remarkable rediscovered photographs from Titanic's final voyage may hold crucial clues about the ship's construction and ultimate fate, challenging long-held theories about the maritime disaster.
Spanish Treasure Fleet Shipwreck Discovered Off Florida
Marine archaeologists uncover 300-year-old Spanish galleon from legendary 1715 Treasure Fleet, revealing gold coins and priceless artefacts from colonial era shipwreck.
300-year-old Spanish coins found on Florida beach
A Florida beachcomber's routine stroll turned into a historic discovery when he unearthed a trove of 18th-century Spanish silver coins, believed to be from a 1715 shipwreck revealed by recent hurricane activity.
Million-pound coin haul found off Florida coast
Divers discover rare Spanish colonial coins worth over £1 million in spectacular underwater find along Florida's famous Treasure Coast, rewriting history one coin at a time.
Antiques Roadshow's £6k ship log stuns experts
A remarkable piece of maritime history, the log book from the ship that inspired the first lifeboat service, leaves experts speechless with its staggering valuation on Antiques Roadshow.
Man survives 40 hours adrift in Mediterranean after shipwreck
A young Syrian man survives two days adrift in the Mediterranean, clinging to a plastic fuel canister, after a people-smuggling boat capsizes, claiming 11 lives. His harrowing story of hope and survival.
WWII Bomb Discovery Forces Mass Berlin Evacuation
A massive unexploded WWII bomb has been discovered in Berlin, prompting the evacuation of over 3,000 residents. The 500kg Allied ordnance was found near the city's central train station, sparking one of the German capital's largest peacetime safety operat
Titanic Sister Ship's Secrets Revealed in Historic Find
Maritime historians have made an astonishing discovery on the wreck of HMHS Britannic, the Titanic's sister ship, uncovering treasures and personal artefacts lost for over a century in the Aegean Sea.
Artefacts recovered from Titanic sister ship wreck
Maritime archaeologists have triumphantly recovered a trove of artefacts from the wreck of the HMHS Britannic, the Titanic's sister ship, in a groundbreaking expedition off the coast of Greece. The findings offer a poignant new window into the ship's trag
Titanic Expert: Victims' Spirits Trapped in Ocean Vortex
A renowned Titanic expert has made a spine-tingling claim that the souls of those who perished in the 1912 disaster are not at rest, but remain trapped at the bottom of the ocean, creating a 'supernatural vortex' of energy.
Skyscraper-Sized Shipwreck Revealed on British Beach
A historic shipwreck, the size of a skyscraper, has been dramatically uncovered on a British beach after a colossal tidal shift, revealing a stunning piece of maritime history.
Captain Scott's Lost Ship Terra Nova Found After 80 Years
The historic ship that carried Captain Scott on his fateful Antarctic expedition has been discovered in remarkable condition at the bottom of the Greenland Sea, solving an 80-year maritime mystery.
Manneken Pis Wears British Army Uniform to Honour Liberators
Brussels' iconic Manneken Pis statue has been outfitted in a special British Army uniform to mark the 80th anniversary of the city's liberation by Welsh Guards soldiers in 1944, a powerful tribute to the heroes who ended Nazi occupation.
Antiques Roadshow's Emotional WWII Reunion Stuns Viewers
BBC One's Antiques Roadshow delivered a television moment of pure magic, leaving fans in tears as a guest's collection of wartime heirlooms led to an unexpected and heartwarming family revelation during filming at the Black Country Living Museum.
Duke of Kent's Secret WWII Peace Mission Revealed
Exclusive: Declassified documents reveal the Duke of Kent's clandestine diplomatic mission to avert World War II, acting as a secret envoy for Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain in a desperate bid for peace with Hitler.
Xi Hosts Putin & Kim at China's Grand Military Parade
Beijing marks the 80th anniversary of the end of WWII with a formidable show of strength. World leaders, including Putin and Kim Jong Un, attend the spectacle as China showcases its latest military hardware and asserts its global power.
Lost SAS letter reveals truth about WWII hero's VC snub
A newly unearthed letter written by SAS co-founder Colonel Blair 'Paddy' Mayne sheds light on the controversial decision to deny him the Victoria Cross during World War II, revealing the immense respect he commanded from his men and superiors alike.
19th-Century Shipwreck Emerges From Lake Michigan
A remarkable piece of maritime history has been revealed on the shores of Wisconsin as a 150-year-old shipwreck, the 'George L. Newman', emerges from Lake Michigan's depths following a powerful storm, offering a rare glimpse into the region's nautical pas
19th-Century Shipwreck Uncovered in Lake Michigan
A remarkable piece of maritime history has been revealed on the shores of Rowleys Bay, Wisconsin, as receding lake waters expose a well-preserved shipwreck from the 1800s, captivating historians and locals alike.
Antiques Roadshow guest stunned by WWII heirloom's secret
A BBC Antiques Roadshow guest was left speechless after expert Ronnie Archer-Morgan uncovered the incredible hidden history and true value of a mysterious family heirloom, with a valuation that left everyone gasping.
Croatia-Serbia Diplomatic Row Erupts Over WWII Comments
A major diplomatic row has erupted between Croatia and Serbia after the Australian-born president of Croatia, Zoran Milanović, made incendiary comments downplaying WWII atrocities. The scandal has drawn international condemnation and threatens regional st
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