Marcus Garvey said: “A people without knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.” This saying is still popular to date, and those who read a lot about their past are able to hold great conversations with a wide variety of people. Fact: reading isn’t everyone’s cup of tea, but even those who can’t be bothered to crack open a book shouldn’t be left behind. There are several TV shows that take viewers through the lives of some of the most influential leaders in history.
Here are five TV series you should watch if you are a history buff.