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Empire, David Olusoga at his best.

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Sarnia Sun 30-Nov-25 10:39:46

I'm surprised there hasn't been a mention of Empire on this thread, so here goes.

I have always enjoyed David Olusoga's, A House Through Time and this departure from that series doesn't disappoint. I wonder if this time of our history is taught in schools. My GC have never mentioned it. If it isn't on the syllabus then it should be. David's knowledge and presenting style makes this such an informative eye-opener into how Britain amassed its empire and the astronomical wealth that came with it. Not our finest hour.

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Maremia Mon 01-Dec-25 19:59:14

Remembering, learning from the memory and avoid repeating mistakes.
Up to you, to feel guilty or not.

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Galaxy Mon 01-Dec-25 20:07:08

It is highly unlikely the mistakes of the past ( and there is also the point that Britain was actually one of the leaders of stopping slavery around the world) will be the mistakes of present day. Without a doubt there will be practices we all consider 'normal' today that will be viewed with horror in years to come. We are unlikely to be the first generation who the future generation don't look back on with horror.

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Zumba369 Mon 01-Dec-25 22:52:38

I have watched the series and found it extremely enlightening. However, some of the comments here are sadly indicative of the lack of empathy that is currently endemic in British society and politics. Yes, not ALL plantation owners were white but the overwhelming majority were and made vast amounts of money from the legalised dehumanisation of an entire race.

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StoneofDestiny Mon 01-Dec-25 23:19:49

Fantastic programme, fantastic presenter and look forward to more of his work.

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Marmin Tue 02-Dec-25 08:23:45

Fully agree with these last two comments. Outstanding programme.

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Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Dec-25 09:10:55

Galaxy

It is highly unlikely the mistakes of the past ( and there is also the point that Britain was actually one of the leaders of stopping slavery around the world) will be the mistakes of present day. Without a doubt there will be practices we all consider 'normal' today that will be viewed with horror in years to come. We are unlikely to be the first generation who the future generation don't look back on with horror.

I think that one thing the human race will look back on with horror, is how we treat other species - once we fully understand the emotions, feelings and needs of other species.

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Maremia Tue 02-Dec-25 13:49:56

And possibly, why did we ignore global warming?

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Whitewavemark2 Tue 02-Dec-25 18:31:49

Maremia

And possibly, why did we ignore global warming?

Absolutely! Greed?

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