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flag Britain celebrates 100 years since first public TV demo, linking history, film, and culture at Highclere Castle.

flag January 26 marked the 100th anniversary of John Logie Baird’s first public television demonstration, underscoring Britain’s lasting influence on global media. flag Highclere Castle, located about 107 kilometers west of London, remains a top filming location, best known as the setting for *Downton Abbey*, drawing large crowds and requiring advance bookings for tours. flag The castle also hosts an Egyptology exhibition linked to the 5th Earl of Carnarvon, who funded Howard Carter’s discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb, blending cinematic fame with real historical significance.

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