Seven Ages of Britain

Seven Ages of Britain (2010)

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In an ambitious and fascinating series, David Dimbleby reveals the seven great ages of British culture, uncovering and exploring over a thousand years of extraordinary artistic achievement. Fresh, rich and full of vivid insights into the triumphs and tragedies of the national past, the stories unfold through an incredible collection of Treasures: From Shakespeare's plays to colonial architecture in India. Pre-independence through to 1st world war poster art are all covered in this fascinating new series.

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E07Age of AmbitionMar 21, 2010
S01E06Age of EmpireMar 14, 2010
S01E05Age of MoneyMar 7, 2010
S01E04Age of RevolutionFeb 28, 2010
S01E03Age of PowerFeb 14, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the show 'Seven Ages of Britain' premiere?

The show 'Seven Ages of Britain' premiered on January 31, 2010.

Who was the narrator of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

David Dimbleby was the narrator of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

What was the genre of the show 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

The genre of 'Seven Ages of Britain' was documentary.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

There were seven episodes in the first season of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

Which period of Britain's history was covered in the first episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

The first episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain' covered the Roman invasion of Britain.

Who was the ruler of Britain during the Anglo-Saxon period covered in the second episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

King Alfred the Great was the ruler of Britain during the Anglo-Saxon period covered in the second episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

Which historical event was covered in the third episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

'Seven Ages of Britain' episode three covered the Black Death.

Which British monarch was featured in the fourth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

Queen Elizabeth I was featured in the fourth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

Who was the architect responsible for designing St. Paul's Cathedral, featured in the fifth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

Sir Christopher Wren was the architect responsible for designing St. Paul's Cathedral, featured in the fifth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

Which British city was at the center of the Industrial Revolution covered in the sixth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

Manchester was at the center of the Industrial Revolution covered in the sixth episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

Who was the monarch featured in the seventh and final episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'?

Queen Victoria was the monarch featured in the seventh and final episode of 'Seven Ages of Britain'.

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