Secrets of Great British Castles

Built by William the Conqueror, the Tower of London is one of Britain's most iconic landmarks. It has been a military fortress, a palace, a royal mint, a prison, a zoo and a place of execution, a silent witness to some of the most momentous events in our history. Dan Jones reveals some of its fascinating secrets and tells the stories of the traitors, rebels and royalty who met their end inside its imposing walls.

Category

Documentary / History

Original air date

2015-04-10