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2. Standard Delivery

The Roman detective witnesses the aftermath of a grisly crime and receives a hostile welcome in Germany. Stars Anton Lesser.

Falco and Xanthus travel to Germany and witness the aftermath of a grisly crime on the way.

As the Roman detective tries to deliver the new standard to the 14th legion, he receives a rather hostile welcome.

At least he finds more hospitality at the house of Helena's Tribune brother, Justinus.

Starring Anton Lesser.

Lindsey Davis’s historical mystery.

Dramatised by Mary Cutler.

Falco …. Anton Lesser
Xanthus …. David Holt
Justinus …. Oliver J Hembrough
Helveticus …. Gary Lewis
Dubnus …. Glyn Pritchard
Centurion …. Jez Thomas

Directed at BBC Birmingham by Peter Leslie Wild.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in April 2007.

30 minutes

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  • Fri 13 Apr 200711:30
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