Scotland: The Promised Land
The Birth of Modern Scotland
Season 1 Episode 1 of 3
Documentary examining how Scotland was shaped politically and culturally in the aftermath of the First World War, including pivotal events that took place in the first ten years of peace. The first edition highlights remarkable conflicts, including the electoral contest between Winston Churchill and Edwin Scrymgeour, and the emergence of the Red Clydesiders. Plus, a look at how Scottish Conservatism enjoyed electoral success, and political change as women finally gained electoral equality
Scotland: The Promised Land airs on BBC Scotland HD at 10:00 PM, Tuesday 24 February. (Subtitles, repeat.)
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Education ➝ Science ➝ Factual Topics
General
Ken Stott
Narrator
Rachel Bell
Executive Producer
Colin Murray
Producer