
The British Empire in Colour is a major three part series that examines the history and experience of the British Empire, form the perspectives of both the rulers and the ruled. Using original colour archive film - much of which had never previously been seen - together with personal letters and diary extracts helping to capture the many complexities and contradictions of life in the British Empire.
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Air Date: 2002-09-15
The pomp and splendour of imperial rule is encapsulated in rare colour film of the 1911 Delhi Durbar in India, throug...
Air Date: 2002-09-22
Rare archive footage from the days of the British Empire, focusing on the beginning of its dismantlement. Featuring n...
Air Date: 2002-09-29
As Queen Elizabeth II is crowned, Britain is changing. People emigrate in droves to escape post-war hardship, while W...