Empire: How Britain Made the Modern World - Season 1 Episode 3 : The Mission

Season - Episode

1 Season 1 Jan 09, 2003

1 - 1

Why Britain? Jan 09, 2003
1 - 2

White Plague Jan 16, 2003
1 - 3

The Mission Jan 23, 2003
1 - 4

Heaven's Breed Jan 30, 2003
1 - 5

Maxim Force Feb 06, 2003
1 - 6

Empire for Sale Feb 13, 2003

Overview

Following the religious revival that started in the late 18th century, missionaries began working in Africa and India in an attempt to bring Christianity and civilisation to societies perceived as heathens. We learn of David Livingstone's adventures in Africa as he attempted to link the three 'C's – Christianity, commerce and civilisation. From his discovery of the Victoria Falls to his famous meeting with Henry Stanley, we follow the career of this fascinating character. Presenter Niall Ferguson also travels to India and examines the changing attitudes towards Indian religions and culture during the 19th century. He also traces the Indian mutiny of 1857 and its brutal aftermath in which thousands were brutally killed.

Year 2003

Studio Channel 4

Director

Crew

Popularity 0.3963

Language English