when did the British Broadcasting Company become the BBC
History of the BBC - 1920s. The British Broadcasting Company, as the BBC was originally called, was formed on 18 October 1922 by a group of leading wireless manufacturers including Marconi.Daily broadcasting by the BBC began in Marconiâs London studio, 2LO, in the Strand, on November 14, 1922.he BBC is established by Royal Charter as the British Broadcasting Corporation. Sir John Reith becomes the first Director-General. The Charter defined the BBCâs objectives, powers and obligations.