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A History of the World in 100 ObjectsThe World of Our Making (1914 - 2010 AD)Episodes

    Solar-powered lamp and charger

    5/5Neil MacGregor's last object in his world history - a solar-powered lamp and charger.

    Credit card

    4/5Neil MacGregor with a credit card - one that is compliant with Sharia law.

    Throne of Weapons

    3/5Neil MacGregor with an African throne - made from decommissioned guns.

    Hockney's In the Dull Village

    2/5Neil MacGregor considers the state of human rights - with a David Hockney print.

    Russian revolutionary plate

    1/5Neil MacGregor nears the end of his world history - with a Russian revolutionary plate.