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SS Chulmleigh's Arctic WWII survival tragedy revealed

The harrowing true story of the SS Chulmleigh crew's 1942 Arctic survival ordeal, where only nine of 58 men survived after two months in freezing conditions. Read their incredible battle against nature.

Unearthed WWII Diary Reveals London Blitz Terror

A newly discovered diary from a London housewife provides a poignant, first-hand account of life during the Blitz, detailing bombings, rationing, and the resilience of a family. Read this remarkable story of survival.

California hiker survives 17 days in wilderness

After vanishing during a routine hike, 34-year-old Michael Thompson survives 17 harrowing days in the Sierra Nevada wilderness using remarkable survival techniques and sheer determination.

Man survives brutal bear mauling by fighting back

In an astonishing tale of survival, a Ukrainian man fought off a massive bear with his bare hands after the predator dragged him 30 metres through dense forest in a life-or-death struggle.

Miracle survival: Man found after 3 days trapped in wreckage

In an astonishing tale of survival, Troy Milne endured 72 hours pinned in his crashed vehicle in remote Victorian bushland before being rescued by police. Discover how determination and quick thinking led to his miraculous recovery.

British teen rescued after 2 weeks lost in Thai jungle

A remarkable survival story unfolds as a British teenager is rescued after spending two terrifying weeks lost in the treacherous Thai jungle, forced to eat insects and tree bark to stay alive during his ill-fated attempt to reach Myanmar.

Pensioner survives 3 weeks in Australian Outback

An incredible survival story emerges from the Australian Outback as 73-year-old Gus Lamont is rescued after spending three weeks stranded in one of the world's most unforgiving landscapes.

Sole plane crash survivor crawls 40 hours through jungle

In an incredible tale of survival, a 52-year-old man becomes the only survivor of a devastating plane crash, crawling through dense Amazon jungle for 40 hours to find help after the aircraft went down in Colombia's Caquetá region.

WW3 Survival: UK's Safest Areas Revealed

Exclusive analysis reveals which British regions would offer the best protection if World War 3 erupts, with remote islands and mountainous areas topping the list for survival safety.

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

UK Woman Survives Serial Killer's Desert Attack

A British woman reveals her miraculous survival after being left for dead in the Arizona desert by a suspected serial killer, with severe neck wounds. Her incredible story of resilience and survival against all odds.

Fugitive ate protected tortoises to survive 7 years in bush

The astonishing true story of Dezi Freeman, Australia's modern-day bushman who survived seven years on the run in the wilderness by resorting to extreme measures, including eating protected Galapagos tortoises, echoing the infamous manhunt for Malcolm Nad

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.

Channel 4's Apocalypse Survival Show Tests Brits

Channel 4 commissions a groundbreaking reality experiment, 'How to Survive the Apocalypse', dropping ordinary Brits into a simulated end-of-the-world scenario to test human resilience.

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.

Channel 4's The Island: 16 Strangers Face Survival Challenge

Channel 4's hit survival series 'The Island' makes a dramatic return, challenging 16 ordinary Brits to survive for five weeks on a remote tropical island with minimal supplies. Discover how this social experiment tests human resilience and ingenuity.

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

Fury as developers plan to bulldoze WWII memorial in Florida

A Florida city council meeting descended into chaos as developers unveiled plans to demolish a cherished World War II memorial. Veterans and residents of Tarpon Springs erupted in outrage, branding the proposal a disgraceful act of disrespect to the 'Grea

WWII St Paul's Saviour Story Stuns Antiques Roadshow

A breathtaking piece of World War II history emerged on Antiques Roadshow, revealing the heroic tale of the man who saved St Paul's Cathedral from destruction during the Blitz. Fiona Bruce and experts were left speechless by the incredible valuation.

Trump's WWII Internment Comments Spark Fury

Donald Trump faces a fierce backlash from historians and civil rights groups after controversially comparing the incarceration of Japanese Americans during WWII to his current legal battles with Russia.

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