Backstage
Meet the men of history on The One Show. Find out more about the presenter who delve into our pasts to uncover the country's most revealing tales.
Dan Snow
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Our history man Dan believes 'History is the most exciting thing that has ever happened to anyone on this planet'. To prove it he's traveling the country to uncover Britain's colourful history. From China's Terracotta Army and Emperor Hadrian's wall through to the invention of Marmalade and the creation of the first bicycle tyres, Dan is a walking encyclopaedia of fascinating facts.
Neil Oliver
Archaeologist Neil has a passion for digging up the past to unearth Britain's history. As the force behind The One Show's Bevin Boys campaign he has informed hundreds of people, who were conscripted down the mines during the war, on how to receive their commemorative badge for all their hard work and sacrifice. He also visits some of our countries beautiful cathedrals asking us to reflect on the people who have left their mark on the British landscape.
BBC One 19:00 18 Dec 2009