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

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  1. Solar-powered lamp and charger

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

  2. Credit card

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

  3. Throne of Weapons

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

  4. Hockney's In the Dull Village

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

  5. Russian revolutionary plate

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