A House Through Time

Overview
David Olusoga uncovers the rich history of a single house, exploring the lives of its inhabitants from construction to the present day. By delving into city archives, examining historical records, and connecting with the descendants of former residents, he reveals the hidden narratives of those who called this house home. Through their stories, Olusoga provides a fascinating perspective on the evolution of modern Britain, offering viewers an intimate look at the social and cultural shifts that have shaped the nation over time.
Episodes
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Episode 1
In the inaugural episode, David delves into the lives of the first residents of the house from the 1840s and 1850s. Through impressive historical res...
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Episode 2
David delves into the remarkable tale of a woman who, after losing her husband to a cholera outbreak, transforms her home into a boarding house. He th...
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Episode 3
Historian David Olusoga explores a Liverpool house's narrative from 1891 to 1945, a dynamic era marked by two World Wars and the Great Depression. He...
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Episode 4
In the series finale, historian David Olusoga explores the evolution of a Liverpool house from 1945 to today. He uncovers the city's struggles, marke...
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Episode 1
David Olusoga embarks on a journey to explore British history through the lives of those who inhabited a Georgian home on Ravensworth Terrace in Newc...
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Episode 2
In Episode 2, David Olusoga delves into the history of Ravensworth Terrace, exploring the lives of its inhabitants from the 1860s to the 1900s. He unc...
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Episode 3
As David delves into the history of the house from the early 1900s, he uncovers the story of a boarding house matron whose loved ones are facing the ...
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Episode 4
In the concluding episode of A House Through Time, the story unfolds in 1946, featuring John Walter and Florence Smyth residing on Ravensworth Terrac...
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In Episode 1, David Olusoga delves into the history of an 18th-century residence in Bristol, revealing the captivating tales of its former inhabitants...
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Episode 2
In Episode 2, David Olusoga explores the history of the house from the late 1700s to the mid-1800s. He uncovers a rich tapestry of stories, revealing ...
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Episode 3
In this episode, David Olusoga delves into the lives of those residing at No 10 Guinea Street. He uncovers the story of an entrepreneur facing challen...
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Episode 4
David delves into the historical background of the house, tracing its journey from World War II to the modern era. His exploration uncovers intriguing...
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Episode 1
David Olusoga delves into the history of our house, uncovering its inaugural inhabitant, the visionary Victorian attorney William Bruce. Bruce encoun...
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Episode 2
David delves into the life of the house's upcoming resident, Benjamin Wild, a factory owner with a dubious past, including an employee tragically kil...
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Episode 3
In 1913, Number 5 becomes the residence of the respectable Frederick and Louisa Pryce Lewis. Through a clue in their family photo album, David traces...
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Episode 4
The turmoil of World War II casts a shadow over our community. A Greek war bride arrives in Leeds, confronted by her heart-wrenching history, while f...
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Episode 1
David encounters the inhabitants of two apartment buildings in London and Berlin. Amid the devastation left by World War I, the Nazi Party rises to po...
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Episode 2
In Berlin, an SS officer enters the building, and a fellow resident witnesses the Nazis take her new husband into custody. Meanwhile, the war disrupts...
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Episode 3
As bombs fall over London, a young poet ascends into the skies, seeking solace amid the chaos. Meanwhile, in Berlin, a family struggles to escape as t...
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Episode 4
A Berlin citizen becomes a suspect after a conspiracy to assassinate Hitler comes to light. Meanwhile, in London, a woman anxiously awaits updates as ...