Quote by David Attenborough

Television of course actually started in Britain in 1936, and it was a monopoly, and there was only one broadcaster and it operated on a license which is not the same as a government grant.

Television of course actually started in Britain in 1936, an

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This quote highlights the origins of television in Britain in 1936. It emphasizes that during its early stages, television was a monopoly, meaning there was only one broadcaster. The reference to operating on a license implies that this monopoly had certain restrictions and regulations, similar to a government grant. The quote serves to provide a concise explanation of the early television landscape in Britain, highlighting its centralized and controlled nature.

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By David Attenborough

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