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Alfred the Great

Episode 13 of 216

He burnt the cakes, he founded a navy. But why was Alfred 'Great'? Anna Massey narrates the history of Britain.

15 minutes

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Mon 31 Oct 201114:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Wed 9 Apr 200813:30
    BBC Radio 7
  • Mon 31 Oct 201114:15
    BBC Radio 4 Extra