Richard III: The 'accidental' photo of a long-lost king
In 2012, an incredible archaeological detective story was unfolding in a car park in England - the discovery of King Richard III, one of England’s most famous, and most vilified, monarchs.
He was the last Plantagenet ruler of England and, in 1485, became the last English king to die in battle - an event that signifies a major milestone in English history.
For hundreds of years, his burial location was considered lost to history, until an 'accidental' photo - in some ways the king’s first photographic portrait - helped announce a stunning breakthrough.
Made with thanks to Mathew Morris and the University of Leicester Archaeological Services.
Archive footage and 3D model: University of Leicester
Executive producer and narration: Howard Timberlake
Edit: Tom Heyden
Camera: Howard Timberlake and Flo Craig