For those fascinated by the hidden corners of history, David Duchovny returns as host of “Secrets Declassified” this Friday on History. This week’s episode, “Dark Science,” explores the chilling realm of government-sanctioned experiments, revealing some of history’s most unsettling research projects.
Thanks to recently declassified documents, Duchovny brings to light a trio of disturbing endeavors: Stalin’s alleged attempt to create a hybrid human-ape army, the East German Stasi’s creepy practice of collecting the scents of dissidents, and the CIA’s discovery of a secret Soviet island dedicated to developing terrifying bioweapons. It’s a look at the lengths governments will go to in the name of national security, often with little regard for ethical boundaries.
“Dark Science” is a look into the disturbing acts carried out under the cloak of secrecy, and the importance of bringing those acts into the light of day. Tune in to History this Friday, May 16 at 10:03 PM ET for a sobering look at the shadowy world of covert research.
