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The Best Episodes of Black and British: A Forgotten History

Every episode of Black and British: A Forgotten History ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Black and British: A Forgotten History!

Best episode
S1E2 Freedom
6.410 votes
Worst episode
S1E4 The Homecoming
6.08 votes
Top season
Season 1
6.2avg
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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Black and British: A Forgotten History Season 1 Episode 2 - Freedom
    6.4/10(10 votes)

    S1:E2

    In the second part of his four-part series, historian David Olusoga explores the business of slavery and remembers the black sailors who fought for Britain at Trafalgar. He also celebrates a Georgian boxing superstar and the men and women who crossed continents in pursuit of freedom.

    Director:Naomi Austin
    Writer:David Olusoga

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  2. Black and British: A Forgotten History Season 1 Episode 3 - Moral Mission
    6.2/10(9 votes)

    S1:E3

    In part three of this groundbreaking series, historian David Olusoga explores the Victorian moral crusade against slavery. He finds out how Queen Victoria came to have a black god-daughter, why the mill workers of Rochdale stood in solidarity with enslaved Africans in the American South, and remembers the victims of a tragedy in Jamaica.

    Director:Naomi Austin
    Writer:David Olusoga

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  3. Black and British: A Forgotten History Season 1 Episode 1 - First Encounters
    6.1/10(11 votes)

    S1:E1

    Historian David Olusoga explores the enduring relationship between Britain and people whose origins lie in Africa. From the African Romans who guarded Hadrian's Wall in the 3rd century AD, to the black trumpeter of the Tudor courts, David uncovers a history that is as surprising as it is revealing.

    Director:James Van Der Pool
    Writer:David Olusoga

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  4. Black and British: A Forgotten History Season 1 Episode 4 - The Homecoming
    6.0/10(8 votes)

    S1:E4

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    Director:James Van Der Pool
    Writer:David Olusoga

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Best Episodes Summary

"Freedom" is the best rated episode of Black and British: A Forgotten History. It scored 6.4/10 from 10 votes. Directed by Naomi Austin and written by David Olusoga, it aired on November 16, 2016. This episode scored 0.2 points higher than the second highest rated, "Moral Mission".

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