Portillo's Empire Journey

Michael discovers how Richard Wellesley amassed a private army which numbered a quarter of a million.

In Jamaica, Michael reveals how pirates, slaves and sugar gave Britain its wealth.

Michael Portillo tells the story of the British Empire. In South Africa, the lure of riches led Britain into barbaric wars and dividing the country along racial lines.

Michael Portillo tells the story of how British rule led to armed rebellion in the USA.