From the first single-celled organism to the first iteration of gene cell therapy, there is so much to be learned from our past that can be used to help shape our future. And thanks to the History Vault by the History Channel, it’s easy to find tons of interesting historical content to learn from anytime, anywhere.
Keep reading to learn more about all the great content on History Vault, and how to start watching it ad-free on DIRECTV.
What Is the History Vault Channel?
History Vault by the History Channel is a premium streaming service that delivers history from around the world right to your living room. With over 2,000 documentaries and series, there’s always something new to learn about the past.
From space travel and American history to the World Wars and beyond, History Vault contains some of the most interesting facets of the history of our universe, and you won’t want to miss out on any of it.
How to Get History Vault
Ready to expand your mind with all the great content the History Vault has to offer? If so, all you need to do is add the premium service to your existing DIRECTV package.
Whether you want to watch on the DIRECTV App or prefer watching on the big screen (Ch. 1930), you’ll be able to watch History Vault programs On Demand, commercial-free.
And the best part is, access to thousands of hours of historical content is all yours for just $4.99/month.
Best History Vault Shows to Watch
When it comes to history, there’s a never-ending supply of interesting stories and events to take in. And with History Vault, you can explore many of these stories across different periods of time, civilizations and more, depending on what interests you most.
If you can’t decide where to start, here are some of our favorites to check out:
1. ‘How Life Began’
The documentary How Life Began explores the origins of life on Earth. There was life on Earth billions of years before dinosaurs, so where did it come from?
This documentary is for anyone curious to understand how life adapted from single-celled organisms to trillion-celled species.
2. ‘Abraham Lincoln’
From his underprivileged childhood to his untimely death, Abraham Lincoln covers the life of America’s 16th president. Viewers will learn new, exciting insights into the man many consider to be one the best presidents in US history. Through live-action dramatic scenes and expert interviews, history buffs can learn even more about President Lincoln’s archives, accounts, letters, writings, speeches and more.
3. ‘Pawn Stars’
Pawn Stars gives viewers an inside look into the pawn shop life through the World Famous Gold & Silver Pawn Shop in Las Vegas, NV. The Harrison family owns and operates this pawn shop, and each episode of this series focuses on family members buying or selling different items customers bring to pawn.
4. ‘American Pickers’
American Pickers is a series following antique and collectible pickers as they travel to different states searching for valuable, historical or interesting items to buy, restore and sell.
Each episode features a new location with unique artifacts from stores or personal collections. Throughout the series, viewers will hear from experts and collectors who provide helpful information on the historical significance of various items found.
5. ‘The Food That Built America’
Ever wanted to know more about the history of famous food brands? If so, this is the series for you. In The Food That Built America, you’ll see reenactments and interviews with experts highlighting various famous food companies and brands, including Hershey’s, Kellogg’s and Coca-Cola.
The Food That Built America chronicles the highs and lows that came with building such famous, beloved food companies. Additionally, you’ll find out more about the historical impact of these brands on American society and culture.
Watch History Vault with DIRECTV
Ready to watch History Vault with DIRECTV? Sign up through your DIRECTV package subscription to watch using your HD DVR or on the DIRECTV app for only $4.99/month.
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