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William Roy’s Military Survey of Scotland (1747-53)

Following the Battle of Culloden in 1746, the British Army desperately needed accurate maps of the Scottish Highlands if it was to govern the area. Young military engineer William Roy was given the task of producing them. Will his maps see Nick safely through the treacherous terrain?

English
  • Originally Aired September 16, 2004
  • Runtime 30 minutes
  • Network BBC Two
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