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Long-running flagship archaeology series.
Vikings in North America (50 mins)
- The Grandeur That Was RomeSir Mortimer Wheeler investigates the legacy of the Roman Empire. (1960)
- Armchair Voyage: Hellenic CruiseSir Mortimer Wheeler sails the Mediterranean. (1958)27 mins
- Borrowed PastureTwo Polish soldiers struggle to make a living from a derelict farm in Wales. (1960)30 mins
- Sir Mortimer and MagnusMagnus Magnusson talks to Sir Mortimer Wheeler about Winston Churchill's writing. (1974)14 mins
- Whicker's WorldAlan Whicker finds himself surrounded by love and peace in San Francisco. (1967)44 mins
- Buried TreasureA programme on the well-preserved body of a 2000-year-old Dane found in a peat bog. (1954)42 mins
- Press ConferenceOrson Welles takes the hot seat in this in-depth and revealing interview. (1955)24 mins
- Greetings from ScotlandA look at how Scottish tourism began, from the Speyside St Moritz to cultural Clydeside.
- Ancient WorldsArchaeologist and historian Richard Miles explores the roots of civilisation.
- How the Romans Conquered the AlpsDiscover the route, weapons and tactics used in Emperor Augustus’ Alpine campaign53 mins
- The Ascent of ManA true TV landmark. Dr Jacob Bronowski’s epic unravelling of the making of mankind
- The Shaman's GraveOne grave, 9,000 years of secrets brought to life. Who was the shaman of Bad Dürrenberg?52 mins
