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1 January 1918 - Duncan Chadwick
On this day in 1918, Kaiser Wilhelm II declared, "We face with firm confidence and iron will the year 1918", and in Tynemouth, Duncan Chadwick tries to make a new start.
Written by Katie Hims
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
Last on
New Year's Day 201812:04
BBC Radio 4
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Duncan Chadwick | Mark Stobbart |
| Marion Wardle | Laura Elphinstone |
| Trevor Lamb | Philip Correia |
| Joseph | Shaun Prendergast |
| Gladys Lynch | Elaine Claxton |
| Mac | Oliver Devoti |
| Policeman | Bill Fellows |
| Writer | Katie Hims |
| Director | Allegra McIlroy |
| Series Editor | Jessica Dromgoole |
Broadcast
- New Year's Day 201812:04BBC Radio 4
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