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How did America recover from the attack on Pearl Harbor and quickly achieve supremacy over the Japanese Empire in the Pacific.

A Hollywood blockbuster needs an authentic WWII SAS jeep within two weeks. It's a tight deadline but Bruce is determined to meet it, as the wartime SAS is a passion of his.

New theories claim the sunken city of Atlantis may have been in the Americas. From the Bahamas to an ancient site in Louisiana, Rob and Stefan seek the evidence.

A strange cave freezes in summer and melts in winter, and a huge sand dune swallows a small child in an instant. Rob and Stefan explore these mysteries.

Drew and Tee are invited to a private motor museum in Denbighshire. This fascinating collection boasts a steel plate Castrol sign and a charming pedal car.

Drew and Tee are the first to view a collection in Boreham Wood. Everything is up for sale, including a carved stone saint and marble fireplace supports.

Earth's past is marked by one cosmic disaster after another, forging the path of human evolution. Experts explore how close the Earth has come to destruction.

When astronomers discover a rogue black hole speeding through the Milky Way, they investigate how much danger this cosmic monster poses to Earth.

Nick. In a holiday search spanning three continents, Josh chases the true history of St. Nicholas, the real-life saint who has become known as Santa Claus.

Phil and Jess search whitewater rapids and a frigid Alaskan lake for a legendary beast that's now the target of serious scientific inquiry.

Don Wildman investigates a legendary heist, he explores the biggest manhunt in American military history and a beast that terrorised a community.

Don Wildman inspects a 100-year-old tissue sample that sent a doctor to prison, a collection of birds killed by a mysterious epidemic and a grisly stew.

The Milky Way is dying and scientists are trying to discover what's killing it. Scientists must trace its whereabouts over the past 13.6 billion years.

How did America recover from the attack on Pearl Harbor and quickly achieve supremacy over the Japanese Empire in the Pacific.

Quest For The Gold Rush Fortune. In California Rob and Stefan explore a cave, rumoured to house 100 pounds of gold stashed away during the Gold Rush. Can their tech end the mystery.

How do they mine one of the world's most valuable metals, platinum? How do they produce manga comics? How do they turn lemons into an Italian after-dinner drinks.

How do pilots perform jaw-dropping aerobatic stunts at supersonic speeds without crashing? How can a ski slope in the desert be kept cool? And how is sushi made.

A Hollywood blockbuster needs an authentic WWII SAS jeep within two weeks. It's a tight deadline but Bruce is determined to meet it, as the wartime SAS is a passion of his.

Earth's past is marked by one cosmic disaster after another, forging the path of human evolution. Experts explore how close the Earth has come to destruction.

Don Wildman investigates a legendary heist, he explores the biggest manhunt in American military history and a beast that terrorised a community.

Don Wildman inspects a 100-year-old tissue sample that sent a doctor to prison, a collection of birds killed by a mysterious epidemic and a grisly stew.

Phil and Jess search whitewater rapids and a frigid Alaskan lake for a legendary beast that's now the target of serious scientific inquiry.

Nick. In a holiday search spanning three continents, Josh chases the true history of St. Nicholas, the real-life saint who has become known as Santa Claus.

How did America's hostile confrontation with two communist giants in Korea open the way for a free and democratic South Korea.

Bruce heads to a cold war underground bunker that has been converted to a museum. The curator is looking for some Soviet era equipment to tell the other side of the story.

When an infamous pirate city sunk into the sea, a huge treasure may have gone with it. Could cutting edge technology reveal its resting place.

Quest For The Gold Rush Fortune. In California Rob and Stefan explore a cave, rumoured to house 100 pounds of gold stashed away during the Gold Rush. Can their tech end the mystery.

Drew and Tee visit a 500-year-old copper mine in the beautiful village of Coniston. They uncover a slipware dairy bowl, pattern wheels and a retail counter.

Drew is in rural Somerset to rummage through a salvage yard. He tries to buy an industrial ceiling light, a marble column plinth and an antiques sign.

Experts explore the most astonishing discoveries of the Voyager spacecraft. They examine how the operation has transformed into the ultimate mission.

Stalin At Area 51. Experts investigate whether the Roswell UFO incident was a Soviet conspiracy masterminded by Stalin, or is the story just another cover-up.

The once-luxurious emporium of Rhapta disappeared centuries ago. Josh Gates dives into remote waters off Zanzibar in search of Africa's Atlantis.

At the site of America's deadliest avalanche, witnesses report bizarre apparitions and feelings of dread. Phil and Jess test a mind-bending scientific theory.

Don Wildman examines the only known evidence of a controversial machine, investigates an assassination attempt and inspects a book of vivid illustrations.

Don Wildman investigates an author's mysterious death, a sunken space capsule that provides clues to a NASA disaster and a controversial medical manual.

Once thought to be an inevitable disaster, scientists now have the technology to prevent asteroids from hitting the Earth. How are they working to do this.

How did America's hostile confrontation with two communist giants in Korea open the way for a free and democratic South Korea.

Josh visits places where people's passions became lasting legacies, including a samurai showdown in 17th-century Japan and an author inspired by Boston.

How do they turn the trash from the world's biggest St Patrick's Day parade into power, transform a luxury limo into a racing car and craft the ultimate supersteel sword.

How do they make the world's most famous hat, and does it really hold ten gallons? Plus, how do they repair cables on the sea floor and feed 100,000 aeroplane passengers a day.

Bruce heads to a cold war underground bunker that has been converted to a museum. The curator is looking for some Soviet era equipment to tell the other side of the story.

Experts explore the most astonishing discoveries of the Voyager spacecraft. They examine how the operation has transformed into the ultimate mission.

Don Wildman examines the only known evidence of a controversial machine, investigates an assassination attempt and inspects a book of vivid illustrations.

Don Wildman investigates an author's mysterious death, a sunken space capsule that provides clues to a NASA disaster and a controversial medical manual.

At the site of America's deadliest avalanche, witnesses report bizarre apparitions and feelings of dread. Phil and Jess test a mind-bending scientific theory.

The once-luxurious emporium of Rhapta disappeared centuries ago. Josh Gates dives into remote waters off Zanzibar in search of Africa's Atlantis.

American military involvement in Vietnam continued for 12 years and cost the lives of almost 60,000 soldiers. Why did this controversial war rage for so long.

Bruce hears about some second world war British airborne division gear from the battle of Arnhem for sale, which is of big interest to ex-paratroopers like him and Freddie.

Justin and Emiliano investigate a historical English ship filled with stolen treasures that has long been rumoured to be buried deep in a California desert.

Justin and Emiliano investigate a legendary lost mine in the mountains of Arizona. It is said to contain over 200 million dollars' worth of gold.

At a railway museum in Somerset, Drew and Tee uncover two rare signs from the 1920s. Later, Drew finds shoe last made for music legend Paul McCartney.

Hunting items with a distinctly French connection, aspiring collector and TV star Fred Sirieix joins Drew and Tee on the road to learn the trade.

With more than 80 moons, Saturn is a dynamic planetary system. Experts explore how these satellites could rewrite the rules of the cosmos.

When NASA discovers something strange on Saturn's biggest moon, experts investigate if aliens feeding on the world's electric atmosphere could be the culprit.

Josh Gates searches Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, for a missing American military plane from World War II, and its crew of 18 members.

Phil and Jess investigate caverns believed to be portals to the Maya underworld. The sacred cenotes supposedly hide secrets far darker than any legend.

Don Wildman investigates how a school bus became ensnared in a heinous crime and examines a ball of twine that played a role in a deadly accident.

Don Wildman investigates a cross tied to a notorious paranormal event and inspects a cigar box linked to the 20th century's greatest fictional secret agent.

For four years, the Messenger space probe sent images of Mercury, the solar system's smallest planet, closest to the Sun. Could it threaten life on Earth.

American military involvement in Vietnam continued for 12 years and cost the lives of almost 60,000 soldiers. Why did this controversial war rage for so long.

Josh explores stories of perseverance, such as a Salem witch trial case changing the US justice system and an old Mexican folk tale still celebrated today.

How do they stop planes from icing up; how is clay used to keep glossy magazines looking sharp; and how do they build an electric car that can reach 200kmph.

How do they provide services in one of the world's largest casino hotels, cut through metal with a beam of light, and build a golf course in the desert.

Bruce hears about some second world war British airborne division gear from the battle of Arnhem for sale, which is of big interest to ex-paratroopers like him and Freddie.

With more than 80 moons, Saturn is a dynamic planetary system. Experts explore how these satellites could rewrite the rules of the cosmos.

Don Wildman investigates how a school bus became ensnared in a heinous crime and examines a ball of twine that played a role in a deadly accident.

Don Wildman investigates a cross tied to a notorious paranormal event and inspects a cigar box linked to the 20th century's greatest fictional secret agent.

Phil and Jess investigate caverns believed to be portals to the Maya underworld. The sacred cenotes supposedly hide secrets far darker than any legend.

Josh Gates searches Cote d'Ivoire, West Africa, for a missing American military plane from World War II, and its crew of 18 members.

The USA and coalition forces join forces to liberate Kuwait from invading Iraq dictator, Saddam Hussein. Discover how victory was achieved.

Bruce Crompton marks the 75th Anniversary of VE Day, sending rare German halftrack vehicles to partake in a battle re-enactment. In France, he seeks VE Day relics.

Justin and Emiliano investigate the possibility that the Knights Templar fled Europe and rebuilt their order in the Americas a century before Columbus.

Justin and Emiliano investigate an international conspiracy involving the highest levels of government. Could this prove Meriwether Lewis was assassinated.

Drew and Tee visit a salvage yard that specialises in stoneware. Blown away by the quality and rarity of some of the items, Drew is forced to haggle hard by the canny dealer.

The boys visit a heritage railway in Minehead where Drew discovers a fantastic selection of pieces, but the highlight of the trip is a ride in the cab of a vintage steam train.

The mysterious dark matter is thought to be the cosmic glue that holds the universe together, yet the search for it continues to puzzle scientists.

Experts investigate if a nearby exoplanet could be the home to an alien civilization after a new discovery confirms that life can thrive on such a world.

Josh tracks down the legend and treasure of the outlaws, The Reno Gang, who stole a fortune until a vigilante mob exacted violent justice.

Phil and Jess probe the science behind geology's strangest phenomena while investigating mysterious objects flying around Mexico's tallest active volcano.

Don Wildman investigates a wearable computer used in an audacious gaming scheme and examines a bizarre weapon of war that's controlled by pigeons.

Don Wildman inspects a uniform worn by an unorthodox doctor, examines an antique bell linked to a legendary beast and investigates a huge stone monolith.

Dark History Of The Solar System. The solar system is different to others in the Milky Way, but it hides a violent past. Scientists examine the clues to reveal its secret history.

The USA and coalition forces join forces to liberate Kuwait from invading Iraq dictator, Saddam Hussein. Discover how victory was achieved.

Josh Gates explores locations where the end of the world was just the beginning. They include an underground government bunker and a town that survived a tsunami.

How do they drill through a kilometre of solid rock, pick 20,000 oranges a minute for juice, and get glass to curve without cracking.

How do they service the A380, the world's largest plane? Plus, how do they generate 500,000 kWh from 1oz of uranium, and build and tune a piano to concert standard.

Bruce Crompton marks the 75th Anniversary of VE Day, sending rare German halftrack vehicles to partake in a battle re-enactment. In France, he seeks VE Day relics.

The mysterious dark matter is thought to be the cosmic glue that holds the universe together, yet the search for it continues to puzzle scientists.

Don Wildman investigates a wearable computer used in an audacious gaming scheme and examines a bizarre weapon of war that's controlled by pigeons.

Don Wildman inspects a uniform worn by an unorthodox doctor, examines an antique bell linked to a legendary beast and investigates a huge stone monolith.

Phil and Jess probe the science behind geology's strangest phenomena while investigating mysterious objects flying around Mexico's tallest active volcano.

Josh tracks down the legend and treasure of the outlaws, The Reno Gang, who stole a fortune until a vigilante mob exacted violent justice.

Henry and Fuzz are down in Somerset visiting Mike's farm. Will they play it safe with a motorbike or take a risk on something agricultural.

The pursuit of profit sees Henry and Fuzz rummaging through Rebecca and Sue's sheds near Newark. It's home to all manner of vehicles and parts.

In Bournemouth, Henry and Fuzz look through Max's vast automobilia collection. Whilst some are fully restored, others need fixing up. What will they come away with.

In Derbyshire, Henry and Fuzz visit Rob's haven of classic and rare bikes. They explore his collection of 1960s Lambretta scooters and 1920s 'flat tankers'.

Bruce Crompton marks the 75th Anniversary of VE Day, sending rare German halftrack vehicles to partake in a battle re-enactment. In France, he seeks VE Day relics.

Charismatic Bruce Crompton and his team, buy, repair and sell World War II military gear, travelling the world in search of rare artefacts to restore and sell.

Bruce hunts down relics of one of the greatest military commanders of all-time, George S. Patton. Then, he tries to close a deal worth £200,000.

Henry and Sam are in Suffolk, checking out a collection of vintage bikes. Henry has his eye on petrol pumps, but Sam has other ideas after seeing the sidecars.

In Lowestoft, Henry and Sam can't believe their luck when they check out Charlie's wares. He has everything from cars and bikes to stationary engines.

At a large house in Devon's countryside, Henry and Sam find piles of cars and bikes everywhere they look. With so much to choose from, what will they bid on.

Henry and Sam are in East Anglia, checking out a collection of Morris Minors and motorbikes. The duo spot a few bikes they like, including a nice fixer-upper.

In Oxfordshire, Henry and Sam meet three brothers with containers full of bikes, tractors and other trinkets. They're after a motorbike, but can they find more.

Henry and Sam are in Devon, sorting through a workshop full of old signs, petrol pumps and vintage cars. Can they find some gems amongst all the rust.

Drew challenges blacksmith Nev to pull off an unconventional redesign on an ejection seat. Meanwhile, Nick gives a facelift to an iconic sculpture.

Alex, Nick, and Ruth team up to restore a very expensive Georgian table. Unholsterer Craig has difficulties fixing up a mid-century classic design.

Engineer Bo gives an 80s classic, a Sinclair C5, a modern makeover. Globe restorer James takes drastic action to restore a 150-year-old masterpiece.

Dark matter is one of the greatest mysteries of the universe facing scientists today. Could it be the cause of supermassive black holes and mass extinctions.

Astronomers have discovered bizarre planets very different to Earth out in the galaxy, but will we ever locate a planet similar to our own.

Dwarf planets are some of the solar system's most active places, from oceans of liquid water on Pluto to vanishing volcanoes on icy Ceres.

In Texas, an oil refinery explodes. Flooding in Iowa destroys an important railroad crossing. What engineering mistakes caused these disasters.

In New Orleans, a hotel under construction collapses. In Denmark, a wind turbine is destroyed. What engineering errors caused these disasters.

In Oklahoma, cars and trucks are sent plummeting into the Arkansas River after part of the I-40 bridge collapses. What caused this shocking catastrophe.