Timewatch - S06E03: Symptoms of an Age
Two stories showing how previous generations have dealt with the problems of pollution and disease: DEVONSHIRE COLIC: In Georgian times, a crippling illness struck thousands of cider drinkers in the west of England, who found mysterious relief only by taking the waters at Bath Spa. In Victorian England, prostitutes, seen as carriers of venereal disease, were forcibly detained and treated in hospitals until they were considered unlikely to infect the male population - particularly the lower ranks of the Army and Royal Navy.
Cast: Peter France
All Episodes - Season 6
Timewatch S06E03 Synopsis
Stream Timewatch "Symptoms of an Age" in HD quality on Goojara. Originally aired on 1987-04-02, this episode is part of Season 6 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. Two stories showing how previous generations have dealt with the problems of pollution and disease: DEVONSHIRE COLIC: In Georgian times, a crippling illness struck thousands of cider drinkers in the west of England, who found mysterious relief only...
