Miniseries

01 Hats Off to Mr. Wilson Episode 120th April 1988 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 turned sour, but America had started its journey towards world leadership. 02 Home in Pasadena Episode 227th April 1988 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 rivalry between the two countries. 03 Here Come the British, Bang! Bang! Episode 34th May 1988 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. 04 Trust Me to the Bitter End Episode 411th May 1988 America and Britain ally in World War II to defeat Nazi Germany. Clear U.S. dominance develops with the creation of the atom bomb. 05 If You Don't Like Our Peaches, Quit Shaking Our Tree Episode 518th May 1988 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. 06 Under the Eagle's Wing Episode 625th May 1988 Britain cooperates with the United States during the Cuban Missile Crisis but avoids involvement in Vietnam. 07 Turning Up the Volume Episode 71st June 1988 During the 1980s, the United States and Britain form an alliance against the Soviet Union.