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After Braveheart episode 2

After Braveheart episode 2

After Braveheart episode 2: What happened when the army of Robert Bruce invaded Ireland in order to unite the Celtic nations against English oppression? Few know that the last High King of Ireland was a Scotsman, Edward, brother of Robert Bruce. This docudrama brings the period and people of this conflict to life.     This docudrama series reveals the […]

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After Braveheart episode 1

After Braveheart episode 1

After Braveheart episode 1: This docudrama series reveals the untold story of how a Scottish army tried to drive the English out of Ireland 700 years ago.     This is a story of two Celtic nations, a shared heritage and a forgotten war that could have changed the course of history. Robert Bruce, King of Scotland, decided to invade

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A History of Scotland episode 5 - Project Britain

A History of Scotland episode 5 – Project Britain

A History of Scotland episode 5 – Project Britain: Neil Oliver describes how the ambitions of two of Scotland’s Stuart monarchs were the driving force that united two ancient enemies, and set them on the road to the Great Britain we know today.     While Mary Queen of Scots plotted to usurp Elizabeth I and seize the throne of

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A History of Scotland episode 4 - Language is Power

A History of Scotland episode 4 – Language is Power

A History of Scotland episode 4 – Language is Power: Neil Oliver reveals the story of the infamous Highland/Lowland divide, which was the result of a family struggle.     At one time, Gaelic Scotland – the people and the language – was central to the collective identity of Scots. But as Neil Oliver reveals, Scotland’s infamous Highland/Lowland divide was

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A History of Scotland episode 3 - Bishop Makes King

A History of Scotland episode 3 – Bishop Makes King

A History of Scotland episode 3 – Bishop Makes King: Documentary series charting Scottish history. Neil Oliver investigates the role the church played in Robert Bruce’s struggle to secure Scottish independence.     Robert Bruce’s 22-year struggle to secure Scottish independence is one of the most important chapters in the country’s history. Neil Oliver explores the crucial role the Scottish

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A History of Scotland episode 1 - The Last of the Free

A History of Scotland episode 2 – Hammers of the Scots

A History of Scotland episode 2 – Hammers of the Scots: Neil Oliver charts the 13th century story of the two ruthless men who helped transform the Gaelic kingdom of Alba into the Scotland we recognise today.     While Alexander II forged Scotland in blood and violence, William Wallace’s resistance to the nation-breaking King Edward I of England hammered

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A History of Scotland episode 1 - The Last of the Free

A History of Scotland episode 1 – The Last of the Free

A History of Scotland episode 1 – The Last of the Free: Archaeologist, broadcaster and writer Neil Oliver charts the birth and growth of the Scottish nation in a comprehensive series.     Over 10 episodes, Oliver presents the best of Scotland’s varied landscapes, iconic landmarks, monuments and historic architecture — all shot in high definition — picking up on

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Grand Tours of Scotland's Lochs episode 8

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 8

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 8: Paul travelling hopefully from the shores of Loch Hope to the glorious and lonely expanse of Sandwood Bay on the far north west of Scotland. Along the way he encounters a Pictish king and an ancient broch, discovers wartime secrets in Loch Eriboll and a hidden monument to a naval disaster.    

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Grand Tours of Scotland's Lochs episode 7

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 7

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 7: Paul sails along a much-loved route through the Kyles of Bute to Dunoon, discovering a secret history of WW2 bouncing bombs along the way.     From Dunoon and its connections with international singing star Harry Lauder, Paul gets nostalgic about nuclear submarines in the Holy Loch. Here he meets a man with

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Grand Tours of Scotland's Lochs episode 6

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 6

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 6: Paul explores the magical Argyll coast, travelling from the sacred sands of Kilmory Bay on Loch Sween.     On the beautiful Lilly Loch in Knapdale forest he gets a glimpse of beaver, before joining a group of steam enthusiasts restoring an old puffer on the Crinan Canal. Stone Age rock art leads

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Grand Tours of Scotland's Lochs episode 4

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 4

Grand Tours of Scotland’s Lochs episode 4: Paul travels into the secret heart of the Rough Bounds of Knoydart by way of Loch nan Umbh, Loch Morar, Loch Nevis and Loch Arkaig.     He lifts the lid on the area’s secret connection with the celebrated SOE (Special Operations Executive) which Churchill hoped would set Europe ablaze. On the shores

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