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Three modern archaeologists immerse themselves in early 20th-century rural life. Over a full year, they raise livestock, cultivate strawberries, make cider, and preserve food using traditional Edwardian methods. Facing the challenges of the seasons from preparing soil and tending crops to managing animals and coping with frost, they also explore the customs, trades, and celebrations that shaped Edwardian farming communities.

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Title
Surviving A Year As A 1900s British Farmer
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Society
Runtime
60 minutes
Language
English

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