In 1952, a dense smog settled over London, killing at least 4,000 and sending many more to the hospital. Its causes? A deadly mixture of weather and coal ...

Discover how a daring escape and 1772 court case challenged Britain’s stance on slavery and set off a global abolitionist ...

Discover Britain’s Roman baths — ancient social hubs that blended engineering, wellness and culture. Learn how these marvels ...

Historian Helen Carr details exactly what went wrong during the foiled Gunpowder Plot of 1605 and how it came to an explosive ...

Uncover why Friday the 13th is so feared, learn about its dark history and mark your calendar for upcoming dates.

The history behind the hideouts of some of Europe's most famous dictators is fascinating. Read on to find out more.

The Battle of Amiens in August 1918 was the beginning of the Allied Hundred Days Offensive, which would ultimately lead to ...

From William Kidd to Helen Gloag, meet the daring Scots whose exploits rivalled the Caribbean’s most famous buccaneers.

To celebrate the brand new series Gunpowder Siege, Sky HISTORY is giving away four VIP tickets* to the Gunpowder Plot immersive experience at the Tower of London! Gunpowder Plot: A Tower of London ...

Ayrton Senna, one of F1’s greatest drivers, died 30 years ago. Explore his career, his tragic death and the lasting legacy he ...

Secrets of the Lost Liners dives deep into the history of ocean liners, tracing their design, service, and – in these cases - demise. Beyond exploring the intricacies of liner design and complexity, ...

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