Discovery History Today
Sky
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Virgin
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6:00 AM
Nasa's Unexplained Files
An insight into the dangers of so-called space fireflies
The documentary looks into so-called space fireflies, which reportedly attack astronauts' brains
7:00 AM
HMS Ark Royal
The aircraft carrier is bound for Nova Scotia
The aircraft carrier heads for Nova Scotia with a busy schedule, including a visit from then-PM David Cameron. However, the ship hits dense fog and the crew attend an emergency
8:00 AM
Wings of War
The use of US helicopter during the fall of Saigon
During the fall of Saigon, US helicopter pilots bravely flew through enemy fire to airlift civilians to safety. What impact did Hueys have on the outcome of the war?
9:00 AM
Secrets Underground
Ancient ruins that suggest Europeans arrived in America 1,000 years before Columbus
Rob Nelson investigates a cluster of ancient ruins in New England that suggest Europeans arrived in the Americas almost 1,000 years before Columbus
10:00 AM
Salvage Hunters
Drew Pritchard uncovers a historical artifact that leaves him speechless
Drew Pritchard goes to the biggest antiques emporium he has yet visited and a Somerset antique shop. In Suffolk, he uncovers a historical artifact that leaves him speechless
11:00 AM
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Michael and Maria restore a mechanical peacock for Drew
Michael and Maria restore a mechanical peacock for Drew. Elsewhere, Saxon asks Nick to use his artistic skills to rescue a battered but historic pub sign
12:00 PM
Combat Dealers: Reloaded
The team look for the most impressive and advanced uniforms of the Second World War
The team look for the most impressive and advanced uniforms of the Second World War, exploring the vital role of clothing and kit in gaining an advantage against the enemy
1:00 PM
Blowing Up History
The secrets of the Empire State Building
Experts use cutting-edge technology to reveal the secrets of the Empire State Building
2:00 PM
HMS Ark Royal
The crew prepares for the Royal Canadian Navy's centenary celebrations
The crew prepares to play a key role in the Royal Canadian Navy's centenary celebrations, a ceremony that will feature the Queen's attendance
3:00 PM
Salvage Hunters
Drew Pritchard uncovers a historical artifact that leaves him speechless
Drew Pritchard goes to the biggest antiques emporium he has yet visited and a Somerset antique shop. In Suffolk, he uncovers a historical artifact that leaves him speechless
4:00 PM
Combat Dealers
Bruce Crompton heads to a Martello Tower on the Channel Islands
Eccentric military equipment collector Bruce Crompton heads to a Martello Tower on the Channel Islands
5:00 PM
Shed and Buried
Henry and Sam return to Northern Ireland
Back in Northern Ireland, bike guru Henry Cole and ace mechanic Sam Lovegrove discover some lovely vintage cars as well as some modern motors
5:30 PM
Shed and Buried
Henry and Sam visit the largest sidecar manufacturer in Britain
Henry and Sam are in the Cotswolds to visit the largest sidecar manufacturer in Britain. They uncover a rusty Lancia Aurelia and a Royal Enfield 500
6:00 PM
Secrets Underground
The mysterious disappearance of ships on Lake Michigan
Rob Nelson heads to Lake Michigan to investigate an unexplained Bermuda Triangle-like phenomenon that has caused ships to disappear for centuries
7:00 PM
Nasa's Unexplained Files
A drowning astronaut and a converted asteroid
Looking at an astronaut beginning to drown on a spacewalk, and Nasa's discovery of an asteroid which has been converted into a spacecraft
8:00 PM
American Titans
The influence of Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick
A look at how steel magnate Andrew Carnegie and coke manufacturer Henry Clay Frick joined forces to create the most powerful industrial empire during America's Gilded Age
9:00 PM
Combat Dealers: Reloaded
Bruce examines whether the Allies or the Nazis were the most advanced side of the Second World War
Bruce searches land, sea and skies in a mission to settle the score on whether the Allies or the Nazis were truly the most advanced side of the Second World War
10:00 PM
Salvage Hunters
Historic silks once used in the royal household
At a luxury fabric manufacturer in Suffolk, Drew Pritchard is impressed by historic silks once used in the royal household. Plus, in Scotland, he haggles with a young baron
11:00 PM
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Martin visits a client to collect a 19th century Louis Vuitton trunk for restoration
Martin visits a client to collect a 19th century Louis Vuitton trunk for restoration. Later, Drew enlists Ruth to restore a stunning Italian giltwood lantern
12:00 AM
Shed and Buried
Sam and Henry meet a man who's been collecting cars since 1963
In Somerset, Sam and Henry meet a man who's been collecting cars since 1963. The guys are excited to uncover an Austin 7 and a De Dion-Bouton
12:30 AM
Shed and Buried
Sam and Henry visit one of Britain's biggest dealers in second-hand milk floats
Sam and Henry visit one of Britain's biggest dealers in second-hand milk floats. This quirky collection features a beautiful 1959 Chevrolet El Camino
1:00 AM
Combat Dealers: Reloaded
Bruce Crompton and his team embark on a tour across Europe
Bruce Crompton and his team embark on a tour across Europe to buy and restore some of the Second World War's rarest tanks
2:00 AM
Salvage Hunters
Historic silks once used in the royal household
At a luxury fabric manufacturer in Suffolk, Drew Pritchard is impressed by historic silks once used in the royal household. Plus, in Scotland, he haggles with a young baron
3:00 AM
American Titans
The influence of Andrew Carnegie and Henry Clay Frick
A look at how steel magnate Andrew Carnegie and coke manufacturer Henry Clay Frick joined forces to create the most powerful industrial empire during America's Gilded Age
4:00 AM
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Martin visits a client to collect a 19th century Louis Vuitton trunk for restoration
Martin visits a client to collect a 19th century Louis Vuitton trunk for restoration. Later, Drew enlists Ruth to restore a stunning Italian giltwood lantern
6:00 AM
Nasa's Unexplained Files
A drowning astronaut and a converted asteroid
Looking at an astronaut beginning to drown on a spacewalk, and Nasa's discovery of an asteroid which has been converted into a spacecraft