Synopsis
Lucy Worsley explores how Queen Anne's legacy has been marred by historical fibs.
- Programme: Royal History's Biggest Fibs with Lucy Worsley
- Series: 1
- Episode: 3: Queen Anne and the Union
- Channel: BBC Two
- Broadcast year: 2020
- History
Licence: ERA Licence required
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Staff and students of licensed education establishments only
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