About Anne Martin
Since the mid 1970s, producer/host, Anne Martin, has been bringing stories to life through the medium of television. She thrives on tracking down the unusual and her work has encompassed history, geology, heritage and a positive outlook on the world around us. Read more about Anne Martin.
Author Archives: On Top Of The World
New Zealand: Adventure Bound
Travellers is search of adventure and extreme sports may find more than they bargained for in New Zealand. It is a country of dramatic … Continue reading
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Israel – an introduction to the country
Geographically, Israel is a long, narrow stretch of land at the south-eastern corner of the Mediterranean, situated between Africa and Asia and on the … Continue reading
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Greece – In search of Alexander the Great
Our search for Alexander the Great takes us to northern Greece where we meet with foremost archaeologists who give insight to his life. Alexander … Continue reading
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St. Lucia – Caribbean Island getaway
An all-inclusive vacation at La Toc Bay on the volcanic island of St. Lucia offers sun, sea and sand, all your food and drink, … Continue reading
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The Azores: Island of Faial
Deep in the Atlantic Ocean, midway between North America and Europe, nine Portuguese islands make up the Azores archipelago. One of these, the volcanic … Continue reading
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1812 – Part 11: The Sinking of the Nancy
A former Canadian fur trading vessel, HMS Nancy was the only ship left in the Upper Great Lakes after the Battle of Lake Erie. … Continue reading
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1812 – Part 10: Relief of Fort Michilimackinac
Following the Battle of Lake Erie when the British fleet was defeated by the Americans, Fort Michilimackinac in the Mackinaw Straits was isolated. The … Continue reading
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1812 – Part 9: War and the Settlers
After the Americans had defeated the British at the Battle of Lake Erie and the Battle of the Thames – the south western region … Continue reading
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1812 – Part 8: The British Retreat and the Death of Tecumseh
Following the loss of the British Fleet at the Battle of Lake Erie it was decided to destroy everything that could be of use … Continue reading
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France: Wartime Memories, Vimy to Dunkirk
High overlooking Vimy Ridge in France, land has been dedicated to Canada and a huge war memorial built as a tribute to the gallantry … Continue reading
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