An Ocean Apart

Hats Off to Mr. Wilson

Apr 20, 198860 min

This episode tells how the Americans were dragged reluctantly into the First World War, of their journey across the Atlantic, their welcome in Liverpool, and their disillusion when the war was over. For President Woodrow Wilson, victory had

Home in Pasadena

Apr 27, 198860 min

This episode examines the economic relations between England and the United States during the 1920s and discusses how free trade and mass production techniques after World War I changed British and U.S. manufacturing and created economic ri

Here Come the British, Bang! Bang!

May 4, 198860 min

This episode about the 1930s discusses how America is reluctant to enter World War II on Britain's side. Charles Lindbergh encourages U.S. neutrality in the war but Roosevelt decides to aid Britain.

Trust Me to the Bitter End

May 11, 198860 min

America and Britain ally in World War II to defeat Nazi Germany. Clear U.S. dominance develops with the creation of the atom bomb.

If You Don't Like Our Peaches, Quit Shaking Our Tree

May 18, 198860 min

In a reversal of roles, Britain becomes isolationist and the United States a superpower. Britain's dependence on the US becomes clear after the Suez crisis.

Under the Eagle's Wing

May 25, 198860 min

Britain cooperates with the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis but avoids involvement in Vietnam.