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Henry VIII to the Industrial Revolution

The tale reaches the dramatic events of Henry VIII's Reformation and the battles of the English Civil War. We track Kibworth's 17th century dissenters, travel on the Grand Union Canal and meet an 18th century feminist writer from Kibworth who was a pioneer of children's books. The story of a young highwayman transported to Australia comes alive as his living descendents come back to the village to uncover their roots. Lastly, the Industrial Revolution comes to the village with framework knitting factories, changing the village and its people forever.

English
  • Originally Aired October 21, 2010
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Network BBC Four
  • Created November 15, 2010 by
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Name Type Role
Michael Wood Writer
Peter Harvey Director
Wayne Derrick Director