1066 is not the best remembered date in British history for nothing. In the space of nine hours whilst the Battle of Hastings raged, everything changed. Anglo-Saxon England became Norman and, for the next 300 years, its fate was decided by dynasties of French rulers

The documentary series taking a comprehensive look at British history. Henry II built a great medieval empire - which was then torn apart by his scheming family.

The story of Edward I - the Hammer of the Scots - whose attempts to force English rule on Scotland and Wales strengthened the identities of all the British nations.

Why Britain was immune to the French Revolution's call - liberty, equality and fraternity.

Simon Schama looks at the Victorian era, and the huge impact made by women of the period.

Simon Schama reveals how the noble intentions of the British Empire were undermined.

Simon Schama examines the lives of two figures: Winston Churchill and George Orwell.