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    5. Lie1956: End of Illusion

    5/11A secret agreement and how Eden failed to cover it up.

    4. Ike1956: End of Illusion

    4/11The dilemmas Eisenhower faced and how his allies misjudged him.

    3. Thaw1956: End of Illusion

    3/11Khrushchev’s Secret Speech and how it led to an uprising in Hungary.

    2. Oil1956: End of Illusion

    2/11Why Suez mattered and how President Nasser’s actions triggered British and French fears.

    1. Election Day1956: End of Illusion

    1/11How could Eisenhower support a British invasion while condemning a Soviet one?

    Trailer1956: End of Illusion

    David Runciman explores the intertwined events of 1956.

    Caroline LucasReflections: Series 4

    3/3The former Green Party leader discusses power, getting arrested and listening to opponents

    Jeremy HuntReflections: Series 4

    2/3The former chancellor reflects on tough choices and political resurrection.

    Jerry BrownReflections: Series 4

    1/3The former California governor talks to James Naughtie about sin, excess and JFK.

    10: Impact on PoliticsTen Years After Brexit

    10/10Why has Brexit had such a profound effect on British politics?

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