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1 May 1917 - Kitty Lumley

On this day in 1917, the bishop of London demanded the church 'do more than preach about the need for more men for the army', while in Folkestone, Kitty must keep her own counsel.

On this day in 1917, the Bishop of London demanded the Church "do more than talk and preach about the need for more men for the army", while in Folkestone, Kitty Lumley must keep her own counsel.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Sound: Martha Littlehailes
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.

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11 minutes

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Mon 1 May 201712:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Kitty LumleyAmi Metcalf
Evelina WhiteRosie Cavaliero
Albert WilsonJamie Foreman
Adeline LumleyHelen Schlesinger
Florrie WilsonClaire Rushbrook
Mabel ThatcherChetna Pandya
CroucherNicholas Murchie
WriterSebastian Baczkiewicz
DirectorAllegra McIlroy
Series EditorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Mon 1 May 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4

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