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25 Years of the 21st Century: 1. The Age of Digital Warfare

Matthew and his guests look back at some of the big events of the past 25 years.

In this series, we鈥檙e remembering some of the major events of this century and asking how they鈥檙e shaping us. This programme is all about war and conflict: from the events of September 11th 2001, to war in Afghanistan and Iraq. We're also looking at artificial intelligence on the battlefield. Where might that take us?

Matthew is joined by historian and writer Margaret MacMillan, former Chief of the Defence Staff Sir Nick Carter and author, Professor Anthony King.

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Editor: Sara Wadeson
Producers: Marianna Brain, Emma Close, Michaela Graichen, Arlene Gregorius
Sound: Tom Brignell
Production Co-ordinators: Janet Staples and Katie Morrison

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