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9 April 1918 - Edie Chadwick

On this day in 1918, the German's launched Operation Georgette as part of their Spring Offensive, and on the edge of Folkestone, Edie wakes up to an unwelcome intrusion.

Written by Lucy Catherine
Story-led by Sarah Daniels
Directed by Ciaran Bermingham
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.

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Mon 9 Apr 201812:04
BBC Radio 4

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  • Edie Chadwick

    Edie has come to Folkestone on the invitation of Dilys Walker.

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Edie ChadwickKathryn Beaumont
Dilys WalkerEllie Piercy
Rose AllatiniPhoebe Fildes
Marion WardleLaura Elphinstone
Kitty LumleyAmi Metcalf
Hugh CavendishPip Carter
WriterLucy Catherine
DirectorCiaran Bermingham
Series EditorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Mon 9 Apr 201812:04
    BBC Radio 4

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