Canals: The Making of a Nation

Canals: The Making of a Nation (2015)

EndedDocumentary showTravel, History

Liz McIvor looks at who built the nation's canal network, who funded it, those who worked on it and how they were regenerated following WWII.

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Scheduleevery Tuesday at 20:00 (30 min)

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S01E06Heritageoct. 6, 2015
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S01E04The Workerssept. 22, 2015
S01E03Capitalismsept. 15, 2015
S01E02Geologysept. 8, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Canals: The Making of a Nation premiere?

Canals: The Making of a Nation premiered in the year 2015.

Who is the producer of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

The producer of Canals: The Making of a Nation is Olivia Haines.

What is the show Canals: The Making of a Nation about?

Canals: The Making of a Nation is a TV series that explores the development and history of the canals of Britain, from the Industrial Revolution to the present day.

How many episodes are in Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation consists of 3 episodes.

Who narrates Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation is narrated by actor and presenter Timothy West.

Where was Canals: The Making of a Nation filmed?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was filmed across the various canals of Britain.

What inspired the creation of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was inspired by the British Waterways restoration projects, which aimed to bring the nation's historic canals back to life.

Who funded the production of Canals: The Making of a Nation?

Canals: The Making of a Nation was funded by the Canal and River Trust, a charity that aims to preserve and promote the waterways of Britain.

How was the music for Canals: The Making of a Nation selected?

The music for Canals: The Making of a Nation was selected from a range of traditional folk songs, which were deemed to be evocative of the canal era.

What challenges did the crew of Canals: The Making of a Nation face during filming?

The crew of Canals: The Making of a Nation faced challenges such as navigating tight waterways, dealing with adverse weather conditions and accessing remote locations.

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