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Michael Portillo explores Bohemia and Bavaria, sampling the sulphurous waters of Marianske Lazne and riding a piece of German railway history. Show more
Andrew Marr charts the events that shaped Britain. Britain gets its first taste of total war, which transformed the lives of people on the frontline and at home. Show more
Andrew Graham-Dixon shows how Henry VIII and Charles I, the two great founders of the Royal Collection, projected their power and magnificence through art. Show more
A look at James VI and I's attempts to unite Scotland and England under the umbrella of his crowns and persuade his subjects to feel more 'British'. Show more
Catching History's Criminals: The Forensics Story
Episode 2: Traces of Guilt
59 minutes
on BBC Four HD
Gabriel Weston looks at cases that were solved by examining the smallest traces of forensic evidence, and investigates the cutting-edge techniques being used today. Show more
Film charting the evolution of Sherlock Holmes on screen, from silent movies to the latest film and television versions. Featuring contributions from Sherlocks past and present. Show more
Richard Skinner introduces the pop chart programme, first broadcast on 26 March 1981 and featuring Graham Bonnet, Hazel O'Connor, Tony Capstick, Lene Lovich and Shakin' Stevens. Show more
With performances by Stiff Little Fingers, Liquid Gold, Children of Tansley School, Sugar Minott, Spandau Ballet, Shakin' Stevens, Stevie Wonder, The Nolans and Bucks Fizz. Show more
Andrew Marr charts the events that shaped Britain. Britain gets its first taste of total war, which transformed the lives of people on the frontline and at home. Show more
