Brits Who Made the Modern World

Episode 1

Formula 1

23 mins

Peter Snow presents this fascinating documentary series which looks at the untold stories of British scientists and engineers who developed some of the modern world's most incredible technology. In this weeks programme, Peter finds out how Britain's successful 'Formula One' industry has its origins in a remarkable amateur racing club and a visionary group of motor enthusiasts. He meets the surviving members of the 'Lotus Engineering' team whose revolutionary car, the 'Lotus 25', changed the sport forever.

Episode 2

Tilting Trains

Episode 3

Rockets

Episode 4

Mobile Phones

Episode 5

The Harrier

Episode 6

Computer Games