S3 · E1: The Break-Up

Lucy Worsley investigates the tensions and turning points that led to America’s declaration of independence from Britain in 1776. With access to expert insights and original evidence, Lucy asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.

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The Break-Up

2026-04-0755m

Lucy Worsley investigates the tensions and turning points that led to America’s declaration of independence from Britain in 1776. With access to expert insights and original evidence, Lucy asks whether this explosive split could have been avoided.

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A Messy Divorce

2026-04-1455m

Lucy explores how the battle for American independence wasn’t only fought on American soil but also unfolded in Britain itself, with sabotage, espionage and political unrest reshaping the empire.