Michael Portillo challenges the notion of calm before the storm of the Great War.
Published on Friday, 21st June 2013.
Michael Portillo talks to a number of historians about the turmoil of the pre-war years.
Michael explores the tensions that existed before 1914 between the Empire and its colonies
Published on Thursday, 20th June 2013.
Michael examines the Tories of the day, who appeared to be dicing with political death.
Published on Wednesday, 19th June 2013.
Michael Portillo explores the pre-war attitudes to poverty, both in town and country.
Published on Tuesday, 18th June 2013.
Michael challenges the notion that industrial unrest began with the General Strike of 1926
Published on Monday, 17th June 2013.
Published on Friday, 14th June 2013.
Michael challenges the idea that modernism was a reaction to the shock and savagery of WWI
Michael tackles the abiding image of Britain's lack of preparedness for the Great War.
Published on Thursday, 13th June 2013.
Michael challenges the idea that Irish rebellion started with the Easter Rising of 1916.
Published on Wednesday, 12th June 2013.
Michael Portillo explores the depth and urgency of the pre-war campaign for women's votes.
Published on Tuesday, 11th June 2013.
Michael Portillo samples the atmosphere of June 1913.