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The Great British Story: A People's History

A documentary series explores the hidden histories of everyday Britons across 1,600 years, revealing the untold stories of those often overlooked in historical accounts.

Episodes:

Episode 1 Britannia

Aired: May 25, 2012

The next episode explores how ancient Britain's inhabitants transformed a mod...

Episode 2 Tribes to Nations

2. Tribes to Nations

Aired: Jun 1, 2012

Modern ethnic and linguistic identities take shape in the aftermath of the Da...

Episode 3 The Norman Yoke

3. The Norman Yoke

Aired: Jun 8, 2012

The next episode delves into the Normans' strategies for preserving their pow...

Episode 4 The Great Rising

4. The Great Rising

Aired: Jun 15, 2012

The next episode explores the 14th century's pivotal moments, tracing the dev...

Episode 5 Lost Worlds and New Worlds

5. Lost Worlds and New Worlds

Aired: Jul 20, 2012

Michael explores a unique community project in Llancarfan, Wales, where ancie...

Episode 6 The Age of Revolution

6. The Age of Revolution

Aired: Jul 27, 2012

The next episode explores the tumultuous British Civil Wars, immersing viewer...

Episode 7 Industry and Empire

7. Industry and Empire

Aired: Aug 3, 2012

The next episode delves into the Industrial Revolution, chronicling Britain's...

Episode 8 Modern Britain

8. Modern Britain

Aired: Aug 10, 2012

A century of profound change in Britain unfolds, marked by two global conflic...

Info about The Great British Story: A People's History

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC Two

Genres:Documentary