Suez: 24 Hours That Broke the British Empire

Suez: 24 Hours That Broke the British Empire

Limited Series 2026 · 2 eps · ★ 8.0 · Documentary, War & Politics

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The dramatic inside story of 6 November 1956, the final day of the Suez Crisis. A day that changed Britain forever. Exactly as it happened - hour by hour, minute by minute.

Created by Chris Holt

Network: Channel 4

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