Who Do You Think You Are? (2004)

S9E9 John Barnes

Fifty years post-independence from Britain, ex-footballer and sports commentator John Barnes embarks on a journey to uncover the remarkable contributions of his grandfather, Frank Hill, in Jamaica's fight for autonomy. John learns about the secret telegrams that involved his grandfather and the reasons behind his internment by the British during World War II. Additionally, he reveals how Frank, once deeply entrenched in Jamaican politics, ultimately lost the support of his political peers, marking a dramatic shift in his legacy.