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S3·E2 London

Episode
Season 3, Episode 2
Air Date
March 9, 1998
Story Type
Core Character Arc
Core Aired March 9, 1998
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Synopsis

Adam Hart-Davis cycles around the country in search of the unsung heroes of science.

This week he visits London, where he builds his own submarine to illustrate the achievements of Cornelus Drebbel, who rowed underwater from Westminster to Greenwich and back again.

His other subjects include Charles Babbage, whose work with mechanical adding machines heralded the computer age.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 3 Episode 2 of Local Heroes air?

Season 3, Episode 2 ('London') originally aired on March 9, 1998.

How long is Season 3 Episode 2 ('London')?

The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Local Heroes.

What happens in Local Heroes Season 3 Episode 2?

Adam Hart-Davis cycles around the country in search of the unsung heroes of science. This week he visits London, where he builds his own submarine to illustrate the achievements of Cornelus Drebbel, who rowed underwater from Westminster to Greenwich and back again. His other subjects include Charl...

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