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Engines of Change

7.8/10 · 18 votesJun 17, 200154 min

Ranked #1 of 4 in Season 1•+0.5 vs season avg

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Beginning with the birth of Queen Victoria, this episode explores the changes brought to Britain by the industrial revolution. By the 1840s, urban migration has created overcrowding and extremes in pollution and poverty. However, British subjects remain loyal to their Queen. Prince Albert, Victoria's husband,

Seasons1

Season 1 Episodes4

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Donald Sutherland

Donald Sutherland

Narrator (voice)

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Episode Summary

"Engines of Change" is episode 1 of Queen Victoria's Empire season 1. It scored 7.8/10 from 18 votes, ranking #1 of 4 episodes this season (season average 7.3). It aired on June 17, 2001.