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The Story of Wales

Season 1 Episode 1: The Makings of Wales

Wales' ancient secrets are uncovered as Huw Edwards explores the world's largest prehistoric copper mine, shedding light on the region's Roman legacy.

Season 1 Episodes:

Episode 1 The Makings of Wales

1. The Makings of Wales

Aired: Feb 26, 2012

Wales' ancient secrets are uncovered as Huw Edwards explores the world's larg...

Episode 2 Power Struggles

2. Power Struggles

Aired: Feb 29, 2012

Wales is shaped by pivotal moments in its history as medieval monarchs undert...

Episode 3 England and Wales

3. England and Wales

Aired: Mar 4, 2012

In the next episode, Huw Edwards explores the pivotal moment when Henry VII s...

Episode 4 Furnace of Change

4. Furnace of Change

Aired: Mar 12, 2012

The Industrial Revolution transforms Wales, with copper and iron industries b...

Episode 5 A New Beginning

5. A New Beginning

Aired: Mar 19, 2012

Welsh steam coal mining transformed the country's economy, drawing in thousan...

Episode 6 Wales and Britain

6. Wales and Britain

Aired: Mar 26, 2012

The next episode explores the profound impact of World War Two on Wales, exam...

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Info about The Story of Wales

Current Status: Ended

Network: BBC One Wales

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:History