Britain's Greatest Generation
A Better World
Season 1 Episode 4 of 4
A look at individuals who played their part in creating a more culturally diverse post-war Britain, including pioneering actor Earl Cameron, who broke through the colour bar in the film industry. Other well-known names also considered are gay rights activist George Montague, and Brian Rix, who has campaigned passionately on the issue of disability. Plus, Arctic Convoy survivor Austin Byrne and former prisoner of war Jim Purcell share their stories and memories of the era
Britain's Greatest Generation airs on BBC Four HD at 7:00 PM, Thursday 1 May. (Subtitles, finale, series, audio description.)
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