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29 December 1917 - Joyce Lyle

On this day in 1917, the Russian government issued a decree abolishing all military ranks and titles, and in Tynemouth, discharged soldier, Duncan Chadwick, gives Joyce a difficult start to her day.

Written by Katie Hims
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.

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11 minutes

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Fri 29 Dec 201712:04
BBC Radio 4

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Credits

Joyce LyleTracy Whitwell
Duncan ChadwickMark Stobbart
Gladys LynchElaine Claxton
Mhairi MarchantJane Slavin
RonaldBill Fellows
PolicemanShaun Prendergast
Esther O'LearyAnna Bolton
WriterKatie Hims
DirectorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Fri 29 Dec 201712:04
    BBC Radio 4

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