History Erased - Episode Guide

Italy, the world's most famous boot, has given us countless gifts and cultural advances. From great exploration to great food, if Italy's contributions were erased the world would be a sad and tragic place.

This mind-bending and innovative series examines the butterfly effect of removing key individuals, ideas, inventions and influences from a given nation's history in order to highlight what that country has contributed.

From ancient innovations to cutting edge advances in science and technology, China is a global powerhouse. Its influence on the world is immeasurable.

Like a fine wine, France is wonderful, complex, full of surprises and enjoyed by many. The culture and innovations from France have made the world a better place.

German history is full of incredible innovations, scientific and cultural advancements. From transportation to understanding the universe around us, German minds have shaped the world.

This mind-bending and innovative series examines the butterfly effect of removing key individuals, ideas, inventions and influences from a given nation's history in order to highlight what that country has contributed.

Japan's global influence has transformed modern life through medical, military, scientific, transportation and arts innovations.

This mind-bending and innovative series examines the butterfly effect of removing key individuals, ideas, inventions and influences from a given nation's history in order to highlight what that country has contributed.

From early exploration to cutting-edge technologies, Sweden has helped define the modern world through innovations from Viking ship design to IT, dynamite & Nobel prizes, and the music of ABBA.

Massive and sophisticated contributions from Korea have shaped our modern world - from ancient advances like the greenhouse and armoured boats to modern screen technology, online gaming, E-sports and K-Pop.

Dutch inventions & innovators have changed the world, from artists like Rembrandt & Van Gogh to Anne Frank, from the first stock exchange to telescopes & submarines; and windmills, flowers and gin.

Mexico's gifts to the world include the tomato & avocado, tacos & tequila; Frida Kahlo & Oscar-winning directors, Mexican wrestling & Latino pop music, silver & rubber, and Mayan astronomy.

Gold, the shiny precious metal that has been cherished through all recorded time, is more vital to our modern world than we realize.

Our world is literally buzzing with insects. Bees, spiders and insects of all shapes and sizes touch every aspect of our lives. They're the essential workers that pollinate our food and the clean up the dead.

We've made glass for centuries, but we still don't fully understand what it is. It brought light into our homes and put the world into focus.

The wheel is a fundamental human creation that helped shape our experience on planet Earth. From work and war to transportation and exploration, spinning wheels propel our every move.

From sun-drenched savannas to the frozen Arctic, dogs and cats have been with us throughout history. For thousands of years we've relied on them for companionship and so much more.

Salt is an extraordinary substance, so much more than a flavourful garnish. Salt fills our oceans and enriches our daily lives in countless unexpected ways.