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Great British Railway Journeys (2010)

S15E9 Edinburgh to Queensferry

Mar 28, 2024 Season 15 Episode 9 Documentary

In the old mining village of Newtongrange, Michael encounters the son of 'Red' Mick McGahey, a prominent figure in the labor conflicts of the 1970s and 1980s. The young man shares stories about his father's legacy, illuminating the struggles and triumphs of past generations in the mining community. Their conversation serves as a bridge between history and the present, revealing the lasting impact of those turbulent times on their lives today.