Synopsis
Series looking at history through the eyes of ordinary people. Rulers and royals, lords and ladies have all had their say down the centuries, what were the last 1,600 years like for everyday Britons?
Series Information
- Created By
- Michael Wood
- First Aired
- 2012
- Last Aired
- 2012
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 8
- Episode Length
- 60 min
- Genre
- Documentary
- Network
- BBC Two
- Status
- Ended
Top Cast
Michael Wood
Presenter
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