The celebrated actor and archeology enthusiast, explores the history of the nation, covering The Tudors, The Victorians, The Georgians and the Second World War. The actor explores the history of the nation through the everyday lives of ordinary people, beginning by looking at life during the reign of Tudor king Henry VIII. Tony talks about the role of executioner Thomas Grimes, and reveals how Richard Roose rose from pot washer to being the cook for the Bishop of Rochester.