The British Empire in Color — Season 1, Episode 2: The Wind of Change
Documentary • 30 min • 1 season, 3 episodes • ★ 9.5/10
Episode synopsis
Rare archive footage from the days of the British Empire, focusing on the beginning of its dismantlement. Featuring news of communist insurgency in Malaya, the Suez crisis and uprisings across colonial Africa.
About The British Empire in Color
The British Empire in Colour is a major three part series that examines the history and experience of the British Empire, form the perspectives of both the rulers and the ruled. Using original colour archive film - much of which had never previously been seen - together with personal letters and diary extracts helping to capture the many complexities and contradictions of life in the British Empire.