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Simon Schama's history interview with PM

TV historian and lecturer Simon Schama came to Number 10 for the latest in our podcast series.


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Schama and the PM enjoyed a fascinating discussion about history, a subject Mr Blair admits he would liked to have read at university, rather than law
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  • Schama and the PM enjoyed a fascinating discussion about history, a subject Mr Blair admits he would liked to have read at university, rather than law
  • 2007 sees several notable anniversaries - of the signing of the Treaty of Rome, the abolition of slavery, and foundation of the Union between England and Scotland
  • The pair reflected on the links between past and current affairs as Mr Blair revealed that he is most fascinated by 20th century history
  • Reflecting on the issues surrounding the anniversary of the Act of Union, Mr Blair also draws parallels between the strength of the United Kingdom and debates about the future of Europe