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A History of Britain

A History of Britain

Description: Simon Schama begins a gripping history of the British Isles.
Genre: Documentary, History
Year Released: 2000
Number of seasons: 3
Number of episodes: 15
First episode air date: September 30, 2000
Presented By: Simon Schama
Composer: John Harle
Networks: History, BBC One
Cast: Simon Schama
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