Jerusalem: An Anthem For England

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Colm Martin

Nick Mirsky

Jerusalem: An Anthem for England

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Music: Classical

08/09/2005

BBC Four - Jerusalem: An Anthem for England

A look at the enduring popularity of one of England's favourite hymns, Jerusalem.

Documentary which explores the appeal of one of the nation's favourite hymns, Jerusalem. Public schoolboys, nudists and MPs explain why the song moves them.

Should England have its own national anthem and should the song be Jerusalem? This documentary explores the enduring appeal of one of the nation's favourite hymns. Ladies of the Women's Institute, public schoolboys, nudists and members of both the Labour and Conservative Party explain why the song moves them and why it is important to reclaim Jerusalem from the BNP.

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