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26 December 1916 - Cressida Marshsall
On this day in 1916, 400 soldiers' children were entertained at Windsor Castle, and at Marshall's factory too, Boxing Day is a festive occasion.
Written by Shaun McKenna
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
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Boxing Day 201612:04
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Cressida Marshall | Bettrys Jones |
| Phyllis Marshall | Christine Absolom |
| Adeline Lumley | Helen Schlesinger |
| JJ Saltz | John Guerrasio |
| Geoffrey Marshall | Anthony Howell |
| Alan Lowther | David Seddon |
| Lester Reed | Trevor Fox |
| Iris Reed | Charlie Hardwick |
| Edgar Bates | David Sterne |
| Stanley Hobbs | David Nellist |
| Writer | Shaun McKenna |
| Director | Allegra McIlroy |
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- Boxing Day 201612:04BBC Radio 4
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