The British background

The British

The series explores Britain's 2,000-year history, tracing its evolution from Roman invasion to the coronation of Elizabeth II in 1953.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Treasure Islands

1. Treasure Islands

Aired: Sep 6, 2012

The arrival of a massive Roman army in 58 AD had a profound impact on the ear...

Episode 2 People Power

2. People Power

Aired: Sep 13, 2012

The Norman Conquest of 1066 had a lasting impact on Britain, as William the C...

Episode 3 Revolution

3. Revolution

Aired: Sep 20, 2012

England's naval power surges forward as the Tudor and Stuart monarchs rise to...

Episode 4 Dirty Money

4. Dirty Money

Aired: Sep 27, 2012

The next episode of "The Making of Modern Britain" delves into the financial ...

Episode 5 Superpower

5. Superpower

Aired: Oct 4, 2012

Britain's empire undergoes a transformative period as exploration and innovat...

Episode 6 Tale of Two Cities

6. Tale of Two Cities

Aired: Oct 11, 2012

In the midst of Victorian era London's rapid expansion, the city's grandeur i...

Episode 7 War and Peace

7. War and Peace

Aired: Oct 18, 2012

Two global conflicts have a profound impact on 20th-century Britain, leading ...

Info about The British

Current Status: Ended

Network: Sky Atlantic

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Documentary, History