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19 April 1916 - Rose Fairweather

On this day in 1916, the Western Times announced that two British Officers had escaped from POW camp, and Rose Fairweather feels trapped on Blackfold farm.

Written by Lucy Catherine
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

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Tue 19 Apr 201612:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Rose FairweatherHelen Longworth
Cora GidleyJoanna Monro
Elspeth TavernerKelly Williams
Gert BattleyMaggie Steed
John RossiterMark Carey
Morris BattleySean Baker
WriterLucy Catherine
DirectorAllegra McIlroy

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  • Tue 19 Apr 201612:04
    BBC Radio 4

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