In this first ever television documentary of Banks' life, journalist Ian Cross explores his influence over five decades | dHNfbjR1S2gzQllnZHM
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00:00250 years ago, Joseph Banks was one of the leading figures
00:05in the great Georgian age of exploration,
00:08as European explorers reached out across the world.
00:12But today, much of his story, influence and achievements lie forgotten.
00:18His papers in the state were gradually broken up once he died,
00:22and the vast correspondence that he generated throughout his life,
00:26which recorded all his activities,
00:28was dispersed around the world.
00:30So the record of what he did was really lost.
00:34Whatever the reason, Banks' legacy is scattered and fading,
00:37and putting the pieces back together is the purpose of this film
00:40as we retrace his remarkable journey.