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  1. Politics and Pageantry

    5/5 Jacobite rebels march against London, and Handel rallies to his king. With Donald Macleod.

  2. A Break with the Past

    4/5 Handel decides his career needs a change of direction. Presented by Donald Macleod.

  3. New Broom

    3/5 The death of King George I brings new challenges for Handel. With Donald Macleod.

  4. Diplomatic Manoeuvres

    2/5 Handel鈥檚 favour with the British queen proves useful in Hanover. With Donald Macleod.

  5. Divided Loyalties

    1/5 Handel finds himself in demand at rival royal courts. With Donald Macleod.