Historian and writer Lucy Moore makes the case for choosing Horatio Nelson as the greatest Briton of all time. The country's most successful naval leader, Nelson died at the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805 saving Britain from French invasion. His bold style of attack revolutionised warfare, but what truly made him great, argues Moore, was his humanity, genius and passion.
Fiona Shaw proposes Shakespeare, Friday 9pm.
Great Britons Collection at 11.20pm has a documentary on Horatio Nelson
BBCi: special interactive features are available to digital viewers
RT SHOP: Great Britons: the Great Debate, which accompanies the series, can be purchased for £13.99 (including p&p) by calling [number removed]
Andrew Collins behind the camera: page 47