Tony Robinson's History of Britain

Season 2 Episode 3: The 1950's

Tony takes us back to the 1950s. Fondly remembered today as an optimistic period of social and economic regeneration. A period that was tough but rewarding for many. Tony begins with the story of Irish woman, Mary Powell, who joins the NHS, following her childhood dream of becoming a nurse, despite militaristic matrons, curmudgeonly consultants and patients with distressing conditions. Mary manages to escape her nursing accommodation for nights out and even marries her boyfriend against her parents’ wishes.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

2

Episodes:

8

Cast:

Quality:

HD

Duration:

44 min

First Air:

2020

Rating:

5.0