Britain's Greatest Generation - Season 1 Episode 4 A Better World

Name: Britain's Greatest Generation
Genre: Documentary
Released: 29 May 2015
Rating: 0.00
Cast: Steve Humphries

2015-05-29 United Kingdom 60 minutes.

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Documentary world war ii british history post world war ii baby boomer

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Season - Episode

1 Season 1 May 08, 2015

1 - 1

Coming Of Age May 08, 2015
1 - 2

Their Finest Hour May 15, 2015
1 - 3

Fight for Freedom May 22, 2015
1 - 4

A Better World May 29, 2015

Overview

A look at individuals who played their part in creating a more culturally diverse post-war Britain, including pioneering actor Earl Cameron, who broke through the colour bar in the film industry. Other well-known names also considered are gay rights activist George Montague, and Brian Rix, who has campaigned passionately on the issue of disability. Plus, Arctic Convoy survivor Austin Byrne and former prisoner of war Jim Purcell share their stories and memories of the era.

Year 2015

Studio BBC Two

Director

Crew Steve Humphries (Director), Steve Humphries (Producer), Andy Attenburrow (Producer), Andy Attenburrow (Editor)

Popularity 1.6754

Language English