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October 27th to November 2nd

A prime minister assassinated, the birth of a literary classic and a legendary boxing match. Radio 4 discovers fascinating stories from the past.

Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

This week: 27th October to 2nd November

31st October 1984 - Indian Prime Minister, Indira Gandhi is assassinated
28th October 1726 - "Gulliver's Travels" by Jonathan Swift is published.
30th October 1974 - Muhammad Ali defeats George Foreman in 'The Rumble In The Jungle'

Presented by Viji Alles and Caroline Nicholls
Produced by Stuart Ross and Amanda Litherland

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Fri 31 Oct 202520:55
BBC Radio 4 & Live News

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Credits

PresenterViji Alles
PresenterCaroline Nicholls
ProducerAmanda Litherland
ProducerStuart Ross

Broadcasts

  • Wed 29 Oct 202511:40
    BBC Radio 4
  • Fri 31 Oct 202520:55
    BBC Radio 4 & Live News

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