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2. Misfortunes of War

Episode 2 of 6

Comedian and actor Arthur English recalls life during the Second World War, including D-Day. With Michael Pointon. From 1988.

Arthur English shares more reminisces about his life and career in showbusiness.

Recalling events during the Second World War, including D-Day - he chats to Michael Pointon before a studio audience.

Arthur is best remembered as Mr Harman in BBC TV’s long-running sitcom 'Are You Being Served?' and as Slugger in Yorkshire TV's 'Follyfoot' shown on ITV.

Producer: Edward Tayior

First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in February 1988.

15 minutes

Last on

Sun 2 Mar 202503:45
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