In the final part of the Cromwell story, outrage at the King’s execution leads Ironsides to wage war on Scotland... more

With the King in captivity, both sides seek a settlement. But when Charles escapes, all trust is broken. For Cromwell... more

England is plunged into conflict. Oliver Cromwell, an obscure politician, soon proves himself an outstanding military commander. King Charles, meanwhile,... more

Say “Oliver Cromwell” today and certain things come to mind. He won the English Civil War and prompted the execution... more

A brand-new podcast from the Noiser network. Join domestic historian Ruth Goodman as she explores the remarkable, often epic, tales... more

As a new premier takes charge in Moscow, Hoxha makes a new friend in China. The Albanian dictator tasks an... more

From 1944 to 1985, Enver Hoxha ran Albania as an extraordinarily repressive Stalinist dictatorship. But how did a middle class... more

Herod leaves Rome to wrest Judea from the Parthians. He will marry a princess, commission extraordinary building works, and even... more

Herod - you may well know the name from the Nativity story. The cruel king who learns of a prophecy... more

In the aftermath of 9/11, President Bush and Prime Minister Blair send troops back into Iraq. In a highly symbolic... more