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4 May 1917 - Nancy Parker

On this day in 1917, the French captured the village of Craonne, the site of a vicious battle, while in Folkestone, Nancy Parker's kitchen is invaded.

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

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12 minutes

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Thu 4 May 201712:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Nancy ParkerJane Whittenshaw
Esme MacknadeKatie Angelou
Oscar HendrickxPierre Elliot
Reg RoachArthur Smith
Sylvia GrahamJoanna David
SingerCharles Gibbs
WriterSebastian Baczkiewicz
DirectorAllegra McIlroy
Series EditorJessica Dromgoole

Broadcast

  • Thu 4 May 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4

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