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Bloodlines

Tom Holland and Iszi Lawrence follow history’s story-laden lines and linkages. This week it's bloodlines - from the Queen’s to man's best friend.

Tom Holland and Iszi Lawrence follow history’s lines and linkages to uncover connections and compelling stories. This week, with the imminent arrival of a new Royal baby, Tom and Iszi examine bloodlines - from some of the Queen’s own surprising ancestors, to the vagaries of dog breeding.

Adam Rutherford discusses how DNA testing has informed the study of history and the programme asks if race really is a question of genetics, or a cultural construct.

Producer: Alison Vernon-Smith
A Pier production for ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4

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28 minutes

Last on

Thu 18 Jul 2019 20:00

Broadcasts

  • Tue 22 Jan 2019 15:30
  • Thu 18 Jul 2019 20:00

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