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The North West

Professor Danielle George uncovers the unsung inventors of the north west who changed the world in the areas of defence on air, sea and land.

From steam-powered submarines to magnificent women and their flying machines, from miniature spy photos to World War II-winning ideas. Professor Danielle George goes on a mission of discovery to uncover the unsung inventors of the north west who changed the world when it comes to defence on air, sea and land.

30 minutes

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Fri 23 Jun 2017 19:30

Beatrice Shilling: Pioneering engineer's genius

Beatrice Shilling: Pioneering engineer's genius
In what was then very much a man's world, a young woman's ingenuity saved many pilots' lives and arguably helped the Allies win World War Two.

Beatrice Shilling was a pioneering engineer whose invention made a major contribution to the war effort. 聽

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Role Contributor
Presenter Danielle George
Executive Producer Caroline Roberts-Cherry
Producer Helen Tither
Director Helen Tither
Production Company Saffron Cherry TV Production

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