Smithsonian TV Guide

An analytical look is taken at the events that led up to the Boudica war and the Iceni tribe revolt against invading Roman forces.

In Rome, Bettany Hughes examines the 14-year reign of the notorious emperor Nero, who started an era of military coups and civil unrest due to his cruelty.

An examination of ancient artifacts from Rome's Colosseum is shared as a look is taken at the bloody legacy of the Flavian Amphitheatre in 80 A.D.

The remains of Constantinople and the imperial palace of Constantine the Great are explored as Bettany Hughes discusses the life and legacy of the emperor.

When an Airbus A319 cockpit window explodes, investigators try to understand the freshly serviced aircraft was released with a fatal flaw.

Safety systems are tested after a turbotop aircraft crashes into a mountainside before its approach to Papua, Indonesia and all 54 people on board are killed.

Cases in which a pilot deliberately crashes or attempts to crash an aircraft in a suicide attempt are presented, unleashing their plans on innocent passengers.

New York City is referred to as "the city that never sleeps," and an aerial tour over the five boroughs at night shows man-made and natural wonders.

The Magnolia State is explored for everything from civil rights locales to the birthplaces of literary minds like William Faulkner, and everything in between.

The state whose motto is 'Live Free or Die' hosts a population of free thinkers living among its impressive mountains, beautiful rivers and colonial villages.

The sights of the state in which Abraham Lincoln came of age include one of the world's iconic racetracks, a university with a golden dome and a vibrant city.

A flight over Puerto Rico and the Virgins reveals the stunning beauty of the Caribbean islands' towering mountains and dazzling beaches.

An in-depth look at how major cities across the country run day and night as an aerial crew share footage of the beauty and famous landmarks from each city.

An aerial survey of Missouri reveals St. Louis, Kansas City and regions in between with everything from bustling river ports to breathtaking mountain views.

Maryland and Delaware have been the sites of everything from a terminus of the Underground Railroad to the battle that inspired 'The Star-Spangled Banner.'

The sights of the Bay State span hundreds of years, including the Pilgrims' landing place, the highway on which Paul Revere rode and Boston's sports venues.

A collection of aerial views of America's natural wonders includes the story of the original debates over how the Grand Canyon was formed.

A cross-country flight showcases its mountains, beaches, national parks and other tourist attractions.