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Black and British: A Forgotten History

Episode 2: Freedom

Duration: 59 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Two HDLatest broadcast: on BBC Two Northern Ireland

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In the second part of his four-part series, historian David Olusoga explores the business of slavery and remembers the black sailors who fought for Britain at Trafalgar.

He also celebrates a Georgian boxing superstar and the men and women who crossed continents in pursuit of freedom. Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
David Olusoga
Producer:
Naomi Austin
Director:
Naomi Austin
Series Producer:
James Van Der Pool
Executive Producer:
Chris Granlund

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