The Past at Work
1980 1 Season EN
Documentary
The birth and development of the Industrial Revolution is explored by visiting factories, mines, and other industrial relics where the modern world was made -- not by statesmen and philosophers, but by men, women and …
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Ep 1 1980-03-25
Before the Revolution
The remains of the industrial revolution are still with us to visit, to enjoy and …
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Ep 2 1980-04-01
Steam and the Pit
Before raw materials and coal could be taken from deep mines, an engine for pumping …
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Ep 3 1980-04-08
The New Iron Age
The single greatest discovery of the industrial revolution was the ability to smelt iron using …
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Ep 4 1980-04-15
Spindle and Shuttle
The spinner or weaver working on his own, at his own speed, gave way to …
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Ep 5 1980-04-22
To Make a Teacup
Demand for fine white and decorated pottery led to a search for new raw materials, …
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Ep 6 1980-04-29
The Venice of England
The development and improvement of the British canal system is summed up by the Birmingham …
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Ep 7 1980-05-06
Steam on the Move
The success of the canals led to the development of rivals and vanquishers, the railways. …
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Railway Mania
Ep 8 1980-05-13
Railway Mania
Anthony Burton travels from York through Leeds and Harrogate to discover more about Britain's industrial …
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First Air Date
1980-03-25
Last Air Date
1980-05-13
Status
Ended
Language
EN
Seasons
1
Total Episodes
8
Network
BBC Two
Studio
BBC
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