PBS America
Switzerland
PBS America is a television channel available in Switzerland that primarily airs documentary and factual programming. Its schedule typically includes content focused on history, science, nature, and current affairs, drawing from the broader PBS library of non-fiction series and specials. The channel does not broadcast live news or sports, and its programming is presented in English. Viewers in Switzerland can access the channel through select cable and satellite platforms, with a focus on educational and cultural material rather than entertainment or children’s shows.
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A Final Landing on Iwo Jima
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Everest: The South West Face
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Pirates: Behind the Legends
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16:00 - 17:00
Pirates: Behind the Legends
John Ward
Englishman John Ward becomes an Algerian pirate and ruler of the Tunisian empire.
17:00 - 18:15
Maps of Power
Russia
While the USA's ascent as a global power was driven by its unique position between two oceans, Russia's history has been defined by its relentless search for warm-water ports. Geography is the ultimate creator of nations.
18:15 - 19:25
A Final Landing on Iwo Jima
Veteran interviews, archival material and recreations outline the events leading up to the World War II Battle of Iwo Jima.
LIVE 19:25 - 20:40
Everest: The South West Face
In 1975, an expedition led by Chris Bonington set out to achieve the impossible. To climb the south-west face of Everest, and put the very first British mountaineers on her summit.
20:40 - 21:40
Pirates: Behind the Legends
John Ward
Englishman John Ward becomes an Algerian pirate and ruler of the Tunisian empire.
21:40 - 22:50
Maps of Power
Russia
While the USA's ascent as a global power was driven by its unique position between two oceans, Russia's history has been defined by its relentless search for warm-water ports. Geography is the ultimate creator of nations.
22:50 - 00:00
A Final Landing on Iwo Jima
Veteran interviews, archival material and recreations outline the events leading up to the World War II Battle of Iwo Jima.