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1997: Trouble & Tragedy
It is true that Diana’s life was complicated, and it ended tragically. There are still some unanswered questions around her death, but ultimately, fame killed her. Diana didn’t just accept the world around her for the way it was, and she used her role in the public eye to help causes that many others overlooked. Diana was proof that it is still possible to achieve and surpass the expectations placed on you by other people. Diana was glamorous, magnetic, photogenic, mercurial, manipulative and intuitive; media victim and perpetrator; the Real Princess of Kensington, a reality star before such a thing existed. She was and always will be a worldwide symbol of love, compassion and charity, and both her fame and public admiration were unprecedented. What made Diana so special to millions, if not billions of people, was her innate ability to offer comfort to those who needed it and by always doing what she believed was right, even when it went against societal norms or royal tradition.
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Elizabeth & George VI
Becoming the king of England was never something King George VI ever envisioned for himself. Having grown up believing that his elder brother, Edward, would take the throne allowed George the freedom to aspire to a life of privacy with his wife and two daughters. However, when his father died and his brother abdicated in order to marry the woman he loved, George’s life was turned completely upside down as he was now expected to step up to the role of King of England. A shy and reserved man with a crippling stammer might have never been able to grow into a courageous king if it were not for his wife, Elizabeth, by his side. Discover how she helped him to overcome his speech impediment, how he and his family boosted the morale of the British people during the second world war, and how they broke the cycle of an uptight royal family and prepped their eldest daughter to one day become the Queen of England.
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On the Battlefield WWII
Boots on the ground, this film takes you into the heart of the action. The grim reality of war, the victories, surrenders and defeats. In this exhilarating documentary see the world at war from the perspective of the soldiers who gave their lives for our freedom.
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Strike Missions: Tunisia
An exhilarating breakdown of some of history's most decisive battles. With expert analysis and eyewitness accounts examining the strategy behind the chaos of the war. The Tunisian campaign, also known as the Battle of Tunisia, was a series of battles that took place in Tunisia during the North African campaign of the Second World War between Axis and Allied forces from November 17th 1942, to May 13th 1943.
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Eisenhower's Revenge
After the attack on Pearl Harbour, President Eisenhower committed to a regime of ruthlessness. The blood of Americans would not have been spilt in vain and what followed was a furious and vicious series of retaliation strikes at key point around the world.
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Christmas With the Windsors
Christmas is the most magical time of the year. As the days get shorter the twinkle of lights and decorations fill the night with a beautiful glow. A festive joy… For the royal family, Christmas is a time of tradition and reunion. The extended family comes together to share in their deep Christian faith and celebrate the birth of their lord. But as with any family, the coming together on Christmas day can sometimes bring disagreements to light. This was especially true for Princess Diana. As highlighted in the film Spencer, starring Kristen Stewart, Princess Diana endured a less than merry Christmas in 1991. From mistletoe to misery, this is Diana’s Christmas With The Windsors.
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Crown in Crisis: Exit
In the American imagination, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle made the ultimate trade, exchanging rainy London for sunny California and replacing stuffy Buckingham Palace for anything-goes Hollywood. But according to historians and cultural scholars, the royal existence the Duke and Duchess sought to escape will follow the couple - and the royal family, in turn, is likely to be defined by their new life t the nexus of celebrity, entertainment and activism. Marry the prince, move into a palace - from the outside, Meghan Markle's life sounded like a fairy tale. That's why Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan of Sussex shocked their family, their country and the whole world in January 2020 with their surprise announcement that they would step back from life as members of the royal family. Their decision led to months of speculation, gossip and leaks that continue to this day. This is the Crown... In Crisis.
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The tale of Princess Diana and Prince Charles began as what most believed to be the perfect fairytale. However, time slowly unmasked the cracks in their relationship a revealed that they were incompatible from the very beginning. Diana’s scandalous BBC interview with Martin Bashir shocked the nation and was shortly followed by the couple’s turbulous divorce. However both of these tragedy’s were trumped by Diana’s sudden death on the 31st of August 1997 in Paris.
Apple TVApple iTunesCrown in Crisis: Divorce
1992, the year which the queen herself described as an “annus horribillis”, goes down in history as a tragic period in time for the royals. Princess Anne, Prince Andrew and Prince Charles have gone through public divorces which shocked the nation. On July 29, 1981, nearly one billion television viewers in 74 countries tuned in to witness the marriage of Prince Charles, heir to the British throne, to Lady Diana Spencer, a young English schoolteacher. However this marriage only lasted 5 years as the couple divorced on the 28th August 1996. On July 23, 1986, Prince Andrew and Sarah married in a grand royal wedding held at Westminster Abbey in London. Their marriage lasted longer as the couple divorced 10 years later on the 30th May 1996. Princess Anne’s marriage lasted the longest of them all, however similarly ended in divorce. She married her first husband, Capt. Mark Phillips, an army officer, on November 14, 1973, in Westminster Abbey and later divorced on 23rd April 1992. All three couples faced tests in their marriages that ultimately lead them to separate.
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OJ Simpson: Skin Deep
On the 3rd of March, 1991, after a high-speed police chase, Rodney Glen King was savagely beaten in the streets of Los Angeles by four policemen, three of which were white. His savage beating led to the LA riots, which resulted in over 50 deaths, 2,300 reported injuries and over 1 billion dollars worth of property damages. This only added to the growing frustration which had been mounting in the neighbourhood for several reasons; the unemployment rate was up to about 50 per cent, a drug epidemic was ravaging the area, and gang activity and violent crime were at an all-time high. Despite the racial tension at the time, O.J Simpson managed to rise from a project in San Fransisco to the top of the sporting and acting world with the support of all races. That was until he was suspected of murdering his ex-wife Nicole Simpson, and he was abruptly reminded that he was a black man in America. The trial of OJ Simpson became headline news and divided the nation and the world.
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Churchill & the Queen
Sir Winston Churchill was an undoubtedly skilled strategist and war hero, but Churchill’s power lay in his eloquence in his speech and writing. When weaponry and resources were limited, it was his high impact speeches that rallied Britons to believe they could win the war. In 1951, King George the 6th died, to the surprise of the nation, leaving his eldest daughter Elizabeth to take his place as queen, aged only 25. The relationship between the Queen and her first prime minister was one that wasn’t always smooth sailing but developed into a long-lasting bond.
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Princess Margaret: A Fine Romance
The tale of Princess Margaret's search for true love is one filled with heartbreak, tough decisions and scandal. An idyllic childhood, surrounded by her sister, mother and father, swiftly changed into an upbringing full of loneliness caused by fate, the death of her father, heartbreak, adultery, and her sister's new role as the Queen of England.
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Elvis: Tortured Soul
Elvis Presley, the King of Rock n Roll, captured the hearts of millions through his chart-topping music and untouchable charisma. After briefly leaving music to serve in WWII, Elvis returned to show business with a string of successful movies. However, behind the gates of Graceland, the King faced battles on several fronts that threatened his career, his love and even his life.
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Fatal Addiction: Amy Winehouse
Amy Winehouse is one of the most iconic artists of the 21st century. Her sound, style and honesty set her apart from the rest as truly one of a kind. Thanks to her monumental album Back To Black in 2006, she went on to be one of the most award-winning superstars and the face of British music. But the constant fame and attention came at a price. With the non-stop, year-in, year-out war between her and the media, Amy Winehouse found herself caught up in life-threatening addictions, class A substance abuse, self-harm and toxic relationships. Witness the rise and fall of Britain's most iconic star and the lead-up to her devastating death. Her drinking continued to get worse, causing her career to suffer and causing an addiction that controlled her daily routine. A fatal addiction that would eventually take her life.
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Awakening the Beast: Japan Attacks America
The surprise attack on Pearl Harbour changed the course of history. The unanticipated attack would force America to join the global conflict and would bring about the accelerated end of the war and Hitler's innevitable defeat.
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The Manson Murders
Charles Milles Manson was an American criminal who led the Manson Family cult based in CA. Members of the cult committed nine murders in July and August 1969, including the brutal murder of Sharon Tate, wife of Roman Polanski.
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MagellanTVStrike Missions: Tunisia
An exhilarating breakdown of some of history's most decisive battles. With expert analysis and eyewitness accounts examining the strategy behind the chaos of the war. The Tunisian campaign, also known as the Battle of Tunisia, was a series of battles that took place in Tunisia during the North African campaign of the Second World War between Axis and Allied forces from November 17th 1942, to May 13th 1943.
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Fatal Addiction: Jim Morrison
Jim Morrison is regarded as one of the most influential frontmen in rock history. His wild personality, poetic lyrics and distinctive voice garnered him hundreds of thousands of fans worldwide. His fame has remained one of popular culture's top rebellious icons, representing the generation gap and youth counterculture. He co-founded The Doors in 1965, the band that went on to sell tons of albums and received widespread critical acclaim. However, the pressure under the spotlight caused his life to fall into a downward spiral. Jim developed an alcohol dependency throughout the band's career, which at times affected his performance on stage. His unpredictable and erratic stage performances were put down to his struggles with addiction. A fatal addiction that would eventually take his life.
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