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Lili Marlene

The impact of wartime favourite 'Lili Marlene', made famous by Marlene Dietrich and sung by soldiers on both sides. From July 2013.

Stories of love, loss and friendship through the Second World War favourite, Lili Marlene.

She was made famous by Marlene Dietrich - with songs sung by soldiers on both sides of the conflict.

Series about pieces of music with a powerful emotional impact

Producer: Maggie Ayre.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in July 2013.

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30 minutes

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Sat 8 Jun 202400:00
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Tue 2 Jul 201311:30
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  • Sat 6 Jul 201315:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 12 May 201718:30
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    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 12 Oct 202118:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 13 Oct 202100:30
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