Britain from Above - Satellite Earth
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Britain from Above - Satellite Earth
As every conceivable aspect of our world is being 'sensed' and recorded, from the skies above our heads to the rocks beneath our feet, here is an in-depth look at the biggest technological revolution since the invention of the steam engine. (R)
- Broadcast on:
- BBC Four, 1:25am Sunday 2nd November 2008
- First broadcast:
- Sunday 24th August 2008
- Duration:
- 60 minutes
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