Edwardian Life's Horrors and Luxuries

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Explore Edwardian Britain's history, from the Titanic's luxurious cabins to its scorching boiler rooms. This documentary uncovers the real stories of the working class, including Arthur Priest, the "unsinkable" ship's fireman who survived multiple disasters, and Nelly Barber, a lady's maid who also escaped the Titanic's sinking. We reveal the stark class divisions that defined one of Britain's most fascinating eras. The film also tells the powerful story of Walter Tull, Britain's first black professional outfield footballer, and his brother Edward, who both battled prejudice to achieve greatness. We journey to the "Black Country" to witness the gruelling life of female chain-maker Patience Round, whose fight for fair pay led to a historic strike. Presented by Rig Ber and featuring insights from social historian Tessa Bose. 00:00 - The Two Sides of Edwardian Britain 02:03 - Life & Death Aboard The Titanic 18:34 - The Women Forging an Industrial Nation 26:34 - The Orphan Who Became a Football Star 37:47 - Battling Racism, On & Off The Pitch From The History of Britain, Series 02, Episode 02 Best History Documentaries is part of The Little Dot Studios Network. Please forward any queries to [email protected]. #HistoryDocumentary #HistoryHit #EdwardianHistory