Discovery History
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Discovery History is a television channel available in Ireland that focuses on historical programming. Its content typically includes documentaries covering a wide range of historical periods, from ancient civilizations to modern conflicts, as well as series examining historical figures, events, and cultural developments. The channel also features programs on archaeology, engineering history, and military history. Viewers in Ireland can access Discovery History through various television providers, and the channel is broadcast in English. The schedule is structured around themed blocks of historical content, with some programs exploring lesser-known aspects of the past alongside more familiar topics.
Program
00:00 - 01:00
Massive Engineering Mistakes
Train of Terror
Science, Documentary
A devastating rail disaster outside a small North Dakota town results in cargo erupting in massive explosions; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover an engineering flaw poised for catastrophic failure.
01:00 - 03:00
Blowing Up History
Seven Wonders of the Silk Road
Science, History
The Silk Road was the ancient trade route that connected Eastern and Western worlds. The road travelled through many countries and was a source of ancient mystery. Even today, the road is shrouded in mystery.
03:00 - 04:00
Combat Dealers
World War One Mystery
Reality, Collectibles
Bruce is on a WWI treasure hunt, finding a mysterious soldier's medal from the Battle of the Somme. Plus, he finds the world's most expensive football.
04:00 - 05:00
Combat Dealers
The Sherman
Reality, Collectibles
Bruce splurges on a rare Sherman tank in Ohio. But before he flogs it he wants to boost its authenticity and value, so the twins consult a WWII tank veteran for advice.
05:00 - 06:00
Combat Dealers
French Resistance
Reality, Collectibles
Bruce is tasked with creating a display based on the French Resistance: a parachute basket filled with items the RAF would have dropped to the Resistance in WWII.
06:00 - 06:30
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
06:30 - 07:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
07:00 - 08:00
Teleshopping
Shopping, Consumer
Presenting the latest products live on television that can be ordered directly. The product range extends from vacuum cleaners and bath towels to sports equipment.
08:00 - 08:30
Shed & Buried
Nir and Olivia
Reality, Documentary
Henry and Fuzz check out Nir's collection of vehicles, including American air taxis, 1920s Citroën saloons and 1980s Japanese Superbikes.
08:30 - 09:00
Shed & Buried
Norman
Reality, Documentary
Henry and Fuzz meet Norman, a lifetime petrolhead. His shed is filled with vintage cars, film props, bikes, and classic Mercedes saloons.
09:00 - 09:30
Shed & Buried
Stephen
Reality, Documentary
Henry and Fuzz visit Stephen, a diehard biker with a shed full of rare Czech and Japanese bikes, vintage cans, and motoring curios.
09:30 - 10:00
Shed & Buried
Graham S
Reality, Documentary
Henry and Fuzz visit Graham in Southend, a high-octane petrolhead with a huge shed full of bikes and American cars, ranging from Chevys to Buicks. The one exception is a 1960s French saloon.
10:00 - 11:00
Massive Engineering Mistakes
Mayhem in Minneapolis
Science, Documentary
A deadly design flaw results in a horrifying rush hour bridge collapse that tragically leaves 13 dead in Minneapolis. Using the latest science, experts investigate to reveal what went wrong on one of Minnesota's busiest crossings.
11:00 - 12:00
Massive Engineering Mistakes
Sinkhole at the Museum
Science, Documentary
A Corvette disappears into a hole in the ground in the US state of Kentucky. In Australia, a disaster occurs during the construction of a huge bridge in the centre of Melbourne. Heavy construction work shakes the earth in Oklahoma.
12:00 - 13:00
Massive Engineering Mistakes
Train of Terror
Science, Documentary
A devastating rail disaster outside a small North Dakota town results in cargo erupting in massive explosions; experts use the latest science to investigate and uncover an engineering flaw poised for catastrophic failure.
13:00 - 14:00
Combat Dealers
WWI
Reality, Collectibles
Bruce heads to Ypres looking for items from WWI, finding a German trench mortar. He also goes for a ride in a WWI-era British tank - one of the first tanks ever used in combat.
14:00 - 15:00
Combat Dealers
Dunkirk
Reality, Collectibles
Bruce finds a picture in his attic from Dunkirk, given to him by a soldier who was there. Bruce and Hus go on a hunt for kit that tells the real story of the evacuation.
15:00 - 16:00
Combat Dealers
Battle of the Bulge
Reality, Collectibles
A client wants a German half-track armoured personnel carrier converted into a Pioneer variant, used by the German army during the Battle of the Bulge.
16:00 - 17:00
World's Greatest Motorcycle Rides
The Isle of Man TT
Travel, Natural World
Could the World's Greatest Motorcycle Ride be only 37 miles long? Well, it might not be a gruelling adventure, but the Isle of Man is home to the most famous road race in the world; the Isle of Man TT. For presenter Henry Cole, this circuit is motorcycling Mecca, but what has...
17:00 - 18:00
World's Greatest Motorcycle Rides
New Zealand: Part 1
Travel, Natural World
Starting in Auckland in the North Island Henry Cole sets off on two wheels but soon takes to air and sea to see more of the breathtaking scenery New Zealand is justly famed for.
18:00 - 19:00
World's Greatest Motorcycle Rides
New Zealand Part 2
Travel, Natural World
Henry Cole continues to ride his Harley-Davidson through the South Island. His route takes him through primeval forests and lovely west coast towns like Greymouth.
19:00 - 20:00
Blowing Up History
Rome's Gate to Hell
Science, History
According to legend, the ancient Roman city of Hierapolis hides a secret portal to the underworld beneath its streets; armed with pioneering technology, archaeologists gain rare access to investigate the deadly truth behind these hellish myths.
20:00 - 21:00
Blowing Up History
Legend of King Midas
Science, History
King Midas and his legendary golden touch is one of the most famous tales in Greek mythology, using advanced archaeological methods, experts travel deep inside mysterious ancient mounds to investigate the truth behind the myth.
21:00 - 22:00
Blowing Up History
Ghosts of Venice
Science, History
Venice was once a fearsome superpower home to secrets, wealth, and treachery; today, scientists use pioneering acoustic imaging technology to discover the city's ancient foundations and reveal how it's still standing.
22:00 - 23:00
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Episode 7
Collectibles, Education
Blacksmith Nev gets emotional while attempting to fix an antique tree seat. Meanwhile, Alex and Craig team up to work on an extremely long bench.
23:00 - 00:00
Salvage Hunters: The Restorers
Episode 8
Collectibles, Education
Drew challenges leather restorer Martin to attach an old cricket bag to a pre-war car. Meanwhile, artist Nick and woodworker Chris work on a carved Buddha.