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     They did it for money, for fame, and for thrills. They used disguises, cunning, and bravado. Some travelled through foreign lands, leading top detectives on a wild pursuit around the world. Some got away with millions, others were captured within days. They’re the leaders, followers, and masterminds behind the 20th century’s greatest robberies.
Hoff Productions
On October 26th 1859, on the last leg of her 60 day journey from Melbourne to Liverpool, the Royal Charter was wrecked in one of the worst storms ever to hit Britain. 497 people drowned. The loss of life was immense, but so too was the amount of gold on board. $130m worth: unearthed in Australia, lost at sea. And some of it is still there. Now, world champion gold hunter, Vince Thurkettle is on a mission; to recover the Royal Charter’s lost treasure and discover who might have owned it.
The Smithsonian Institution has protected its treasures with an interesting combination of technology and ‘tender loving care’ for over 100 years. Now, the experts are coming to you in this engaging half hour – filled with tips and tricks that anyone can use to preserve their most cherished photos!
An expression of unbridled creativity, Rosslyn Chapel was carved 500 years ago by master stonemasons from all over Europe. It was their patron’s way of trying to secure his place in heaven. Every square inch of stone inside is covered in elaborate carvings, helping to make this one of the most enigmatic medieval chapels in the world.
BBC
This series offers viewers a rare and unique glimpse into some of the world’s most hallowed shrines, temples and monuments. We unravel the mysteries that surround these famous places and aim to answer questions about the people who built them. Filmed in stunning 4K, Sacred Sites unlocks new scientific breakthroughs and looks at compelling archaeological and historical research surrounding some of the world’s most sacred sites.
Tile Films/Smithsonian Networks
This was a catastrophe many times greater than the Titanic. 20,000 German civilians lost their lives when Soviet submarines torpedoed three refugee ships in the Baltic sea at the end of WWII. We go beneath the waves to view the wrecks of the Wilhelm Gustloff, Steuben and Goya and hear from survivors who have waited a whole lifetime to find the strength to tell their story.
Robberies Of The Century
1 x 60’, 2001, SD
Rosslyn Chapel
1 x 60’, 2010, HD
    Royal Wreck Of Gold
1 x 60’, 2013, HD
TiFiNi
Sacred Sites
12 x 60’, 2014-2018, 4K
    Tiger/Tigress Productions/Smithsonian Networks
Nordic United
Saving Treasures
1 x 30’, 2007, HD
Sea Of Death
1 x 60’, 2011, HD
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