Great Britons

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Great Britons — Season 1, Episode 8: Elizabeth I

Documentary60 min1 season, 12 episodes7.0/10

Episode synopsis

Consigned to the Tower of London in her youth, Elizabeth I survived to turn Britain into a world power. Michael Portillo argues the case for the queen as being the most remarkable leader this country has ever had.

About Great Britons

Each programme is dedicated to one of the Top Ten Great Britons voted for by the public throughout the last year. Well-known modern-day Briton try to persuade you that their choice is the one to vote for.

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