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5 May 1917 - Cynthia Hamilton

On this day in 1917, Russian anti-war protests were reported in Britain as 'some trouble caused by soldiers and workmen', while at St Stephen's, the repairs are nearly complete.

On this day in 1917, Russian anti-war protests, led by Lenin, were reported in Britain as 'some trouble caused by soldiers and workmen', while at St Stephen's vicarage, the repairs are nearly complete.

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

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Fri 5 May 201712:04
BBC Radio 4 FM

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Credits

Cynthia HamiltonFenella Woolgar
Dicky ManchesterRoy Hudd
Milly ManchesterAnnette Badland
Noah HamiltonFinn Monteath
Walter HamiltonJoseph Kloska
Ruby TulliverKatie Redford
Dolly CloutElaine Claxton
WriterSebastian Baczkiewicz
ProducerAllegra McIlroy
Series EditorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Fri 5 May 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4 FM

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