FEBRUARY 2020 

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This February, let HISTORY transport you to Ancient Rome to explore all aspects of this revolutionary society's framework; the people themselves, their leaders Gods, Goddesses and the conflicts, achievements and innovations that have prominently etched their civilisation into our history.  

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The Fatal Conflict: Judea and Rome 

Wednesdays 8.30pm from February 19

This two part series explores the tumultuous life of King Herod and unpacks the glorious rise and tragic fall of Judea under the reign of the Roman Empire. (PG) Read More...

The Greatest Race 

Wednesdays 8.30pm from February 5

Go behind the scenes of the greatest spectacle of the classical world - the charioteers of ancient Rome. With re-enacted races, gain new insights into a highly influential part of Roman society. (PG) Read More...

The Nero Files 

Monday February 3 at 8.30pm 

Nero is the most notorious of all Roman emperors. He burned Rome and killed thousands of Christians. But suppose it was all lies? Find out in this reassessment of Roman history. (PG) Read More...

History Erased- S2 

 Wednesdays 7.30pm from February 5

What would happen to the world if certain game changing leaders, innovators and social-political achievements of history were erased? Find out when History Erased returns for season 2. (PG) Read More...

In this series, Professor Bettany Hughes embarks on a voyage of discovery, travelling across the Mediterranean and Middle East to reveal the true stories of three of the most iconic Greek Gods and Goddesses; Venus, Bacchus and Mars.  

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MORE THIS DAY IN HISTORY

February 19, 1942 
Bombing of Darwin  

February 19th is the 78th anniversary of the largest single attack ever mounted by a foreign power on Australia. In two separate raids , 242 Japanese aircraft attacked Darwin's harbour and the town's two airfields. Discover why this event was so significant in WWII and Australian history in The Bombing of Darwin: An Awkward Truth on February 18 at 9:30pm.

 

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