1 September 1914 - Florrie Wilson
A retired admiral, Charles Fitzgerald, conceived the notion of the White Feather movement in Folkestone. Local women are encouraged to join in the shaming of non-combatants.
A retired Admiral, Charles Fitzgerald, conceived the notion of the White Feather movement in Folkestone. Local women are encouraged to join in the shaming of non-combatants, with more or less success.
Written by Shaun McKenna
Consultant Historian: Professor Maggie Andrews
Music: Matthew Strachan
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
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Character: Florrie Wilson
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Folkestone: Birthplace of the White Feather Movement
Listen to how the White Feathers Brigade of Folkestone became a national phenomenon.
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| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Florrie | Claire Rushbrook |
| Albert | Harry Myers |
| Hilda | Bella Hamblin |
| Sylvia | Deborah Findlay |
| Mrs Grimes | Amelda Brown |
| Young Man | Joel McCormack |
| Hilary | Craige Els |
| Kitty | Ami Metcalf |
| Writer | Shaun McKenna |
| Director | Jessica Dromgoole |
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- Mon 1 Sep 201412:04BBC Radio 4
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Drama serial charting life on the home front during the First World War.
