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The Scramble for Africa

The Suez Canal is threatened by a holy war in the Sudan, and General Charles Gordon, killed by the rebels, becomes an "imperial martyr." Cecil Rhodes prospects diamond deposits in southern Africa, and asserts British control in the region. However, as Victoria celebrates her Diamond Jubilee, the empire is on the verge of its darkest hours. The Boer War leads to devastating losses and a reassessment of British purpose. Finally, in 1901, the death of Queen Victoria marks the end of an extraordinary era.

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  • Originally Aired December 24, 2009
  • Runtime 45 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-PG
  • Network PBS
  • On Other Sites IMDB
  • Notes Is the series finale
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Name Type Role
Paul Bryers Writer
Paul Bryers Director