How the Victorians Built Britain
A complete tour of Britain illuminates how much of modern England, from its engineering marvels to its vacation spots, was built by the Victorians.
Season 1
S01:E01 - How Britain Got Moving
In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as public transport.
S01:E02 - Saving the Nation's Health
In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created the sewers and fresh, clean water for all
S01:E03 - The Making of the Modern Home
In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as the modern home - from the boom in housebuilding, producing gas from coal, lighting, home entertainment and electricity.
S01:E04 - The Birth of the Machines
In this episode, presenter Michael Buerk discovers how the Victorians created what we know as mass manufacturing meaning goods could be produced at a rate that had never been seen before and it was down to one thing, cotton.
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TV-14
This program contains material that many parents would find unsuitable for children under 14 years of age.
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