Historyonics

E1 Episode 1: 1066

• Now playing
• Apr 4, 2004

A look at the events leading up to perhaps the single most famous date in British history - the Battle of Hastings, 1066 AD. Nick and his team of actors reveal little-known facts about the Norman invasion, including how secret skullduggery and a few bad decisions changed the course of history. Plus the ultimate twist in the tale - did King Harold actually survive the battle after all?

E2 Episode 2: Robin Hood

• Apr 11, 2004

Robin Hood is perhaps Britain's most popular historical hero. Nick Knowles goes on the trail of the real Robin Hood - if such a person ever existed...

E3 Episode 3: Richard The Third

• Apr 18, 2004

Richard III is often thought of as the most villainous of English monarchs, but has history given him a raw deal? Nick Knowles traces the events of his reign to see if Richard was really as bad as he is portrayed in Shakespeare's play.

E4 Episode 4: Dick Turpin

• Apr 25, 2004

E5 Episode 5: Julius Caesar

• May 2, 2004

E6 Episode 6: Mary, Queen Of Scots

• May 9, 2004