Border Warfare

Border Warfare

Limited Series 1990 · 3 eps · ★ 10.0 · Drama, War & Politics

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A three-episode mini-series chronicling the history of Scotland from ancient times through the union with England and culminating with the rise of Thatcherism and the introduction of the Poll Tax.

Created by John McGrath

Network: Channel 4

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