S8·E2 An Age of Empire
Synopsis
What effect did Charlie Chaplin have on the sale of tea? What first caused the sudden and surprising popularity of tennis and golf? And to what extent was the middle class of England responsible for changing an era of optimism and peace into the nightmare of the First World War? Eric Hobsbawm, one of Britain's leading historians, offers some insight into the 19th century and describes a world that was about to disappear for ever.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 8 Episode 2 of Timewatch air?
Season 8, Episode 2 ('An Age of Empire') originally aired on February 8, 1989.
How long is Season 8 Episode 2 ('An Age of Empire')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 50 minutes.
What happens in Timewatch Season 8 Episode 2?
What effect did Charlie Chaplin have on the sale of tea? What first caused the sudden and surprising popularity of tennis and golf? And to what extent was the middle class of England responsible for changing an era of optimism and peace into the nightmare of the First World War? Eric Hobsbawm, one o...
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