Timewatch - S04E03: Special: The Age of Charles II
'Let not poor Nellie starve.' With those words Charles II, the 'Merry Monarch', died 300 years ago. Of all British sovereigns, this womanising, yachting, horse-racing king has a fond place in popular myth. During his 25-year reign England returned from the horrors of civil war to peace and plenty. David Drew looks at some of the lasting achievements of the age of Charles II and at the man who, somewhat waywardly, presided over them.
Cast: Peter France
All Episodes - Season 4
Timewatch S04E03 Synopsis
Stream Timewatch "Special: The Age of Charles II" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1985-02-06, this episode is part of Season 4 of Timewatch. Featuring performances from Peter France among the cast. With a runtime of 50m, the episode keeps you engaged throughout. As part of this Documentary series, the episode continues to build on the show's compelling narrative. 'Let not poor Nellie starve.' With those words Charles II, the 'Merry Monarch', died 300 years ago. Of all British sovereigns, this womanising, yachting, horse-racing king has a fond place in popular myth. During his 25-year reign England returned fr...
