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Walking Victorian Britain

Walking Victorian Britain

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Documentary

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Historian Dr Onyeka Nubia examines the history of Victorian Britain by visiting various regions to better understand this period's complex history, which included societal changes, technological advancement, and injustice.

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Status

Returning Series

Original Language

English

Runtime

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Release Date

09 December 2025

Country

United Kingdom

Cast

Onyeka Nubia

Onyeka Nubia

Presenter

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