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Episode 3

Invasion! with Sam Willis Series 1
Episode 3 of 3

Series in which Sam Willis reveals stories of invasion in Britain. He discovers the French plans to invade Britain by balloon and the subterranean fortress built for troops.

In this final programme, Sam Willis continues to tell the story of the invasions that have shaped Britain. He finds evidence of the rich legacy of the Huguenots who came to Britain bringing fine silks and the latest technological developments. He also discovers the ingenious French plans to invade Britain by balloon and the subterranean fortress built for troops in the 19th century when invasion paranoia was at fever pitch.

59 minutes

Last on

Thu 22 Feb 2024 01:55
主播大秀 Four

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Music Played

Timings (where shown) are from the start of the programme in hours and minutes

  • 00:12

    Aphex Twin

    Jynweythek

  • 00:31

    Dismal

    Eden

  • 00:55

    Tommy McCook & The Supersonics

    Reggae Merengue

Credits

Presenter Sam Willis
Executive Producer Debbie Christie
Director David Coward

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