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30 November 1917 - Iris Reed

On this day in 1917, the Graincourt Sugar Factory fell to the German Army, and in Tynemouth, Iris Reed is finding toffee in the strangest places.

Written by Sarah Daniels
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.

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11 minutes

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Thu 30 Nov 201712:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Iris ReedCharlie Hardwick
Lester ReedTrevor Fox
Johnnie MarshallPaul Ready
Kenny StokoeDean Logan
Cressida MarshallIsabella Inchbald
Phyllis MarshallChristine Absalom
Isabel GrahamKeely Beresford
Cristine de GrootYsabelle Cooper
Gussie MarshallGrace Doherty
Beatrice MarshallEviee Lavery
Peter LumleyBea White
WriterSarah Daniels
DirectorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Thu 30 Nov 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4

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