An Islamic History of Europe
2009
Documentary
Rageh Omaar visits Spain, Sicily and France to discover the history of Islam in Europe
Production
BBC Four
Language
EN
Status
Returning Series
First Aired
January 2, 2009
Last Aired
January 20, 2009
Networks
BBC Four
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Episode 1 of 3
Air date: 2009-01-02
Rageh Omaar takes a journey in search of the story of Islam in Europe. In Spain, he uncovers an extraordinary tale of scientific advance and rich cultural influences.
E2
Episode 2 of 3
Air date: 2009-01-13
Rageh Omaar visits Sicily and France in search of the story of Islam in Europe. He shows how the seeds of modern Europe can be traced back a Moslem invasion over 1,000 years ago.
E3
Episode 3 of 3
Air date: 2009-01-20
Rageh Omaar visits the last stronghold of Islam in Spain, Granada, and reveals how the fall-out from the final conflict still resonates in the ongoing divide between East and West.











