THE HISTORY CHANNEL HØJDEPUNKTER JUNI 2021

NATURE GONE WILD

Fridays from 4 June at 20:05

Professional guide and explorer Greg Aiello has travelled to the most remote corners of world - documenting everything nature’s thrown at him. Drawing from his own extreme encounters, and others, Greg has curated the most eye-popping collection of videos from mother nature, humankind and the animal kingdom. In each episode of Nature Gone Wild, Greg takes viewers on a thrilling and informative journey, as he roams the wild and brings us outrageous viral videos from the far reaches of the natural world. (12x30)

SWAMP PEOPLE: SERPENT INVASION

Wednesdays from 16 June at 20:05

The Florida Everglades are under siege. An invasion of Burmese pythons is decimating this natural wonder of the south. Entire species of animals are being wiped out. Aggressive, ravenous and incredibly fast-breeding, these pythons have no natural predator to stop them - except man. To combat these serpents, the state created the Python Elimination Program. With alligator season over, Louisiana’s best hunters are stepping up to help: King of the Swamp Troy Landry, his sharpshooting son Chase, legendary gator hunter Bruce Mitchell, and big fish wrangler Zak Catchem. Together with professional snake hunter Bill Booth, the men dive deep into the underbelly of the Everglades to capture these sinister beasts. (8x60)

SECRET WARS UNCOVERED

Continues Saturdays at 21:00

Secret Wars Uncovered reveals the facts behind battles we know barely anything about. Digging deep into the archives and quizzing experts and journalists, this series takes the audience through some of the most controversial, covered up and shocking military events of recent times. Through animated graphics, HISTORY Channel investigates the advanced weaponry and undercover strategies that assisted these secret operations. With the help of military experts, diplomats, and ex-army personnel, we dig into what special forces including the SAS and CIA were really doing. (10x60)

COUNTING CARS

Continues Saturdays at 19:05

Danny ‘The Count’ Koker is a Las Vegas legend who acquires, restores and customises classic cars and motorcycles. You may recognise him from Pawn Stars because Danny ‘The Count’ walks, talks and breathes American muscle cars and motorcycles. From vintage Thunderbirds and classic Corvettes to souped-up Harleys and tricked-out trikes. When ‘The Count’ sees a ride he wants, whether it’s on display, at an auto auction or driving on the road, he will stop at nothing to get his hands on it. With the help of his passionate and talented team, Danny restores, modifies and customises in order to make as much profit as possible. S8 (10x60)