kings and rulers

Reconstructs the chain of events leading to the double murder of boy King Edward V and his younger brother Richard, Duke of York, considering the prime suspects in the murder.

Examines the life and times of Alexander the Great, describing his military triumphs, personal tragedies, good fortune, and eventual ruin.

Profiles the Duke of Normandy whose victory at Hastings in 1066 established him as the English king responsible for unifying the system of government and law.

A biography of the Frenchman who crowned himself Emperor in 1804.

Presents a biography of Juan Carlos, King of Spain, discussing his early life and apprenticeship to dictator Francisco Franco, his education and marriage, his ascension to the throne in 1975, and his subsequent attempts to restore democracy to Spain.

The definitive exploration of Russia's imperial past: its origins, leaders, wars and politics. Using exclusive interviews and historical reenactments, this series of 4 videos spans one thousand years of Russian history. From the first settlement of Russe Vikings to the brutal murder of Tsar Nicholas II and his family. Explores the tumultuous lives of figures like Ivan the Terrible, Peter the Great, and Catherine the Great. Events include the December Revolution and Napoleon's ill-fated invasion and how they changed history.