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Man of Iron: Thomas Telford and the Building of Britain

Julian Glover's biography of innovative Scottish engineer Thomas Telford. Read by Robin Laing.

Radio 4,5 episodes

Episodes

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1. Humble Beginnings
Biography of revolutionary engineer Thomas Telford, much of whose work endures to this day
30 Jan 2017,15 mins
2. London Town
Telford moved to London after his apprenticeship, but without success.
31 Jan 2017,15 mins
3. Masterpiece
Work begins on Thomas Telford's masterpiece in North Wales.
01 Feb 2017,15 mins
4. Telford On Tour
After completing his masterpiece, Telford revolutionised access to the Scottish Highlands.
02 Feb 2017,15 mins
5. Legacy
Telford's death meant he had little idea of how his legacy would long endure.
03 Feb 2017,15 mins

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