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David Dimbleby tells the story of Britain through its art and treasure, from Henry VIII's accession in 1509 to the premiere of Shakespeare's Henry VIII 100 years later.

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1: Age of Conquest | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 59'09''

David Dimbleby charts the last 2,000 years of Britain through its art and treasure. The first part begins with the Roman invasion ...

2: Age of Worship | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 59'22''

This episode looks at the Middle Ages, from the murder of Thomas Becket in 1170 to the death of Richard II in 1400.

4: Age of Revolution | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 58'43''

In the 17th century the people of Britain learned to question everything, resulting in the Civil War.

5: Age of Money | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 58'52''

The story of Britain through its art. In the 18th century, the triumph of commerce led to the emergence of a new 'middle' class, who ...

6: Age of Empire | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 59'10''

David Dimbleby travels through Britain, America and India, tracing the British Empire from 1750 to 1900.

7: Age of Ambition | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC HD | 2010 | 59'24''

David Dimbleby looks at how the 20th century saw Britons upturn ancient power structures and class hierarchies.

The Bayeux Tapestry | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC One | 2010 | 6'00''

David Dimbleby walks through the history depicted on the Bayeux Tapestry, explaining each stage of the Norman conquest.

Tower of London | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC One | 2010 | 3'13''

David Dimbleby visits the Tower of London, which was one of William the Conqueror's first statement buildings when in power.

William the Conqueror | Seven Ages of Britain

BBC One | 2010 | 2'56''

David Dimbleby explores what kind of man William the Conqueror was, his interest in stone over culture and why his success in C...

3: Age of Power | Seven Ages of Britain

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