Michael Wood's Story of England

Michael Wood's Story of England (2010)

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In this groundbreaking series, Michael Wood tells the story of one place – the village of Kibworth, Leicestershire – throughout the whole of English history. Located in the very heart of England, Kibworth has lived through the Black Death, the Civil War and the Industrial Revolution and was even bombed in World War II.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E06Victoria to the Present DayOct 28, 2010
S01E05Henry VIII to the Industrial RevolutionOct 21, 2010
S01E04Peasants' Revolt to TudorsOct 14, 2010
S01E03The Great Famine and the Black DeathOct 7, 2010
S01E02Domesday to Magna CartaSep 30, 2010
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Michael Wood's Story of England premiere?

Michael Wood's Story of England premiered on May 22, 2010.

Who is the presenter of Michael Wood's Story of England?

Michael Wood is the presenter of Michael Wood's Story of England.

In what location is Michael Wood's Story of England set?

Michael Wood's Story of England is set in the small town of Kibworth, located in Leicestershire, England.

What is the focus of Michael Wood's Story of England?

Michael Wood's Story of England explores the history of a typical English community throughout the ages.

What time period does Michael Wood's Story of England cover?

Michael Wood's Story of England covers over 2,000 years of English history, from Roman times to the present day.

What is the format of Michael Wood's Story of England?

Michael Wood's Story of England is a documentary series presented in six 60-minute episodes.

What is the main objective of Michael Wood's Story of England?

The main objective of Michael Wood's Story of England is to show how the history of a small community is representative of the wider history of the English people.

Who produced Michael Wood's Story of England?

Michael Wood's Story of England was produced by Maya Vision International.

What are the main themes of Michael Wood's Story of England?

The main themes of Michael Wood's Story of England include community, identity, and belonging.

How many residents of Kibworth participated in Michael Wood's Story of England?

Over 200 residents of Kibworth participated in the making of Michael Wood's Story of England.

What makes Michael Wood's Story of England unique compared to other history documentaries?

Michael Wood's Story of England is unique in that it uses the history of one small community to tell the larger story of English history.

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