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Episode 3

Dr Rae becomes increasingly involved in the national debate on education, but it is inflation rather than politics that presents the sternest challenge.

Tim Pigott-Smith reads the journal kept by Dr John Rae during his years as the headmaster of Westminster School from 1970 to 1986.

Harold Wilson wins the 1974 general election, but, as Dr Rae becomes increasingly involved in the national debate on education, it is inflation rather than politics that presents the sternest challenge.

15 minutes

Last on

Thu 2 Apr 2009 00:30

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  • Wed 1 Apr 2009 09:45
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