David Dimbleby
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Series SeasonSeason 1 episodes1988
An Ocean Apart
Miniseries
When the 20th century opened, Britain dominated world affairs, and America stood on the sidelines. Now their positions are reversed. This is the story of how it happened.
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Episode 160 min1988-04-20
Hats Off to Mr. Wilson
This episode tells how the Americans were dragged reluctantly into the First World War, of their journey across the Atlantic, their welcome in Liverpool, and their disillusion when the war was over. For President Woodrow Wilson, victory had turned sour, but America had started its journey towards world leadership.
Episode 260 min1988-04-27
Home in Pasadena
This episode examines the economic relations between England and the United States during the 1920s and discusses how free trade and mass production techniques after World War I changed British and U.S. manufacturing and created economic rivalry between the two countries.
Episode 360 min1988-05-04
Here Come the British, Bang! Bang!
This episode about the 1930s discusses how America is reluctant to enter World War II on Britain's side. Charles Lindbergh encourages U.S. neutrality in the war but Roosevelt decides to aid Britain.
Episode 460 min1988-05-11
Trust Me to the Bitter End
America and Britain ally in World War II to defeat Nazi Germany. Clear U.S. dominance develops with the creation of the atom bomb.
Episode 560 min1988-05-18
If You Don't Like Our Peaches, Quit Shaking Our Tree
In a reversal of roles, Britain becomes isolationist and the United States a superpower. Britain's dependence on the US becomes clear after the Suez crisis.
Episode 660 min1988-05-25
Under the Eagle's Wing
Britain cooperates with the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis but avoids involvement in Vietnam.
Episode 760 min1988-06-01
Turning Up the Volume
During the 1980s, the United States and Britain form an alliance against the Soviet Union.
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