Explore the universal drama of war: why leaders and soldiers pick up arms to fight, the technologies that have determined outcomes, the tragedies and triumphs of history’s great battles.

Empire Builders: Mexico

S1, EP1 "The Spanish Conquest"

The Spanish Conquest laid the groundwork for 300 years of colonial rule, which made Spain the richest country in Europe and divided Mexico with a class system.

Empire Builders: Mexico

S1, EP2 "The War of Independence"

The War of Independence results in the loss of almost half of Mexico's territory to the U.S. and decades of instability; uprising led by priests Hidalgo and Morelos; the role of Gen. Antonio López de Santa Ana.

Empire Builders: Mexico

S1, EP3 "Civil War: Church Versus State"

The conflict between church and state leads to civil war and a French invasion; Maximillian is defeated and executed.

Battlefield America

S1 "Shiloh"

In April 1862, two Union armies under Ulysses S. Grant overcome the forces General Albert Johnston commanded.

Battlefield America

S1 "Antietam"

In 1862, conflict emerged between the Union's control of the Confederate's western half and the Southern east.

Battlefield America

S1 "Vicksburg"

In 1862, Union forces near strategic waterway control of Vicksburg, a pivotal city close to the Mississippi.

Battlefield America

S1 "Gettysburg"

One of the most iconic battles of the Civil War, Gettysburg marks a turning point in this brutal war.

Battlefield America

S1 "Chickamauga"

The Union and Confederate armies fought in a bloody battle here; the Confederates earned a hard-fought victory.

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