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28 March 1918
As the British Army retreat in the face of an unexpected German advance, the women of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps based at Flixecourt have to decide whether to stay.
As the British Army's retreat in the face of the unexpected German advance escalates, the women of the Women's Army Auxiliary Corps based at Flixecourt have to decide whether to assert their independence and stay or head towards the coast.
Series created by Jonathan Ruffle
Written by Nick Warburton
Producers: David Hunter, Jonquil Panting, Jonathan Ruffle
Director: David Hunter.
Last on
Thu 26 Jul 201821:15
BBC Radio 4 Extra
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Monica | Emma Fielding |
| Evadne | Clare Corbett |
| Florrie | Karen Bartke |
| Traynor | Ryan Whittle |
| Mary | Lauren Cornelius |
| Herbert | Ryan Early |
| Teddy | Luke Bailey |
| Maud | Kerry Gooderson |
| Driver | Rupert Holliday Evans |
| Commentator | Indira Varma |
| Producer | David Hunter |
| Producer | Jonquil Panting |
| Producer | Jonathan Ruffle |
| Director | David Hunter |
| Writer | Nick Warburton |
Broadcasts
Wed 28 Mar 201814:15BBC Radio 4- Thu 26 Jul 201811:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
- Thu 26 Jul 201821:15BBC Radio 4 Extra
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