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Conquest
Episode 2 of 7
In nine short hours, William the Conqueror triumphed at the Battle of Hastings - and England was changed forever. Simon Schama recounts the saga of blood, betrayal and ambition that led up to this pivotal battle and describes the profound consequences that followed.
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Tue 10 Mar 2026
21:00
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Simon Schama |
| Executive Producer | Martin Davidson |
| Director | Liz Hartford |
Broadcasts
Quiz: How's your British history knowledge?
Quiz featuring seven key moments between 3000 BC and 1603 AD from the first series.
Quiz: Can you answer these seven history questions?
Quiz featuring seven key moments between 1603 and 1776 from the second series.