Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

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Documentary

A unique mix of natural resources, daring investment, the fierce 'Merthyr spirit', global wars and a drive to innovate all transformed this valley town from rural idyl into an industrial superpower.

Directed by Sophie Elwin-Harris

CAST

The people behind the story

Steffan PowellSelf - Presenter

Curated collection

Boom Town: How Merthyr Made the World

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