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The British Empire in Color

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About The British Empire in Color

The British Empire in Color is a documentary TV series that premiered on September 15, 2002. It has 1 season and 3 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 3 "Legacy", aired on September 29, 2002.

The British Empire in Colour is a major three part series that examines the history and experience of the British Empire, form the perspectives of both the rulers and the ruled. Using original colour archive film - much of which had never previously been seen - together with personal letters and diary extracts helping to capture the many complexities and contradictions of life in the British Empire.

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Episodes

3 episodes · 1 season

Season 1

2002 · 3 episodes · Last episode: 24 years ago

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  1. E3

    3. Legacy

    Finale

    As Queen Elizabeth II is crowned, Britain is changing. People emigrate in droves to escape post-war hardship, while West Indian immigrants arrive in search of a better life.

  2. E2

    2. The Wind of Change

    Rare archive footage from the days of the British Empire, focusing on the beginning of its dismantlement. Featuring news of communist insurgency in Malaya, the Suez crisis and uprisings across colonial Africa.

  3. E1

    1. A Tryst With Destiny

    The pomp and splendour of imperial rule is encapsulated in rare colour film of the 1911 Delhi Durbar in India, through to the nationalist movement led by Gandhi and Nehru after the First World War.

The British Empire in Color FAQ

Will there be new episodes of The British Empire in Color?

The British Empire in Color has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on September 29, 2002.

When did the latest episode of The British Empire in Color come out?

The most recent episode of The British Empire in Color, Season 1 Episode 3 "Legacy", aired on September 29, 2002.

How many seasons of The British Empire in Color are there?

The British Empire in Color has 1 season with 3 episodes in total.

When did The British Empire in Color first air?

The British Empire in Color first aired on September 15, 2002.

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