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6 July 1918 - Rose Fairweather

On this day in 1918, a Devon hayrick worth £50 was set alight by two boys, while at Seale Hayne, Rose finds herself burning with indignation.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz
Directed by Jessica Dromgoole.

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11 minutes

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Fri 6 Jul 201812:04
BBC Radio 4

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  • Rose Fairweather

    Rose has settled in Devon after moving there to join the Women's Land Army.

Credits

Rose FairweatherHelen Longworth
Elspeth TavernerKelly Williams
Dieter LippkeJoe Sims
Arthur HurstMark Heap
Daniel MarriottJonathan Bailey
Kitty LumleyAmi Metcalf
Victor LumleyJoel MacCormack
WriterSebastian Baczkiewicz
DirectorJessica Dromgoole

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  • Fri 6 Jul 201812:04
    BBC Radio 4

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