Portillo's Empire Journey

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Portillo's Empire Journey

Portillo tells the story of the former British Empire largely through the legacy of hidden buildings that played an important part in history.

May 15, 20201 seasons4 episodesEndedEN

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Michael Portillo

Michael Portillo

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Seasons

Season 1

4 episodes

Premiered May 15, 2020

Episodes

1–4 of 4

India

In the first episode, Michael travels to India to uncover how the British East India Company - the world's first multinational corporation - raised a private army to create an empire. Beginning his journey in the slums of Kolkata, he explores the ruins of the grand residence of Clive of India, who became the undisputed ruler of Bengal - amassing a vast personal fortune and making millions for shareholders in Britain.

Jamaica

South Africa

The USA and Canada

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