101 Events That Made the 20th Century
In this series we examine the 101 Events which, in the judgment of experts, including those who contribute to the series, most influentially shaped the century, our world, and our way of life.
Episode 1
From the coronation of the enduring British monarch Queen Elizabeth II, to the rise of Iranian dictator Khomeini, Episode One counts down 101-89 events.
Episode 2
In Episode Two we countdown from 88 to 74 events that have shaped and influenced thought, marked wars, changed fashion, and rebuilt economies.
Episode 3
Counting down from 75 to 63 we showcase great works of art and scientific feats in space, civil wars, sieges and environmental crises.
Episode 4
The battle of Stalingrad was turning point in WWII, the Rwandan genocide and Tiananmen Square massacre left millions in sorrow, and war criminals were taken to trial in Nuremberg.
Episode 5
Wars, politics, revolutions and inventions - the events of the 20th century changed the way in which we live.
Episode 6
Counting down from 35 to 24, this episode includes a space venture of a shuttle called Challenger, a ship journey on the unsinkable Titanic, and a car chase of Princess Diana.
Episode 7
From the Wright brothers who flew a plane for the first time, to a country that launched a rocket called Sputnik into space for the first time, the 20th century showed our rapid advance in technology.
Episode 8
Which 10 events will stay in our minds and hearts as those that marked history?
