Tony Robinson’s History of Britain (2020): S01E04 – The Second World War

Introduction The actor and history enthusiast Tony Robinson explores the history of Britain through the everyday lives of ordinary people during four periods of British history. Outline Bethnal Green station was hit during the Blitz. Grocer’s daughter Eileen worked with Princess Elizabeth in the ATS. Maisie’s father was punished for his resistance in Guernsey. Joy…

Andrew Marshall

15/09/2021

1–2 minutes

History, Military Documentary

Introduction

The actor and history enthusiast Tony Robinson explores the history of Britain through the everyday lives of ordinary people during four periods of British history.

Outline

Bethnal Green station was hit during the Blitz. Grocer’s daughter Eileen worked with Princess Elizabeth in the ATS. Maisie’s father was punished for his resistance in Guernsey. Joy married an American GI.

Tony Robinson’s History of Britain Series

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Production & Filming Details

Release Date: 25 January 2020.
Running Time: 44 minutes.
Rating: 7+.
Country: UK.
Language: English.