Synopsis

Tonight's competition delves into a particular area of historical study: the history of London itself, a fitting choice given the venue – City University, London. The participants vying for victory are: TIMOTHY BEAUMONT, a freelance journalist specializing in the life and works of Dorothy L. Sayers; DENNIS BYERS, an export clerk whose expertise lies in Ancient Egypt, spanning the period from 2700 BC to 2339 BC; CATHERINE SLATER, a housewife with a deep knowledge of London's history from Roman