DiscoverThis Week in History10th to 16th November
10th to 16th November

10th to 16th November

Update: 2025-11-10
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Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

This week: 10th to 16th November

11th November 1918 - A republic was declared in Poland
14th November 1680 - Gottfried Kirch discovers the Great Comet
16th November 1979 - Anthony Blunt is revealed as the 'fourth man' in the Cambridge spy ring

Presented by Viji Alles and Ron Brown

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10th to 16th November

10th to 16th November

BBC Radio 4