Lt-Colonel John Blashford-Snell
Roy Plomley's castaway is soldier and explorer Lt-Colonel John Blashford-Snell.
Favourite track: Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1 in D Major by Edward Elgar
Book: The complete works by Rudyard Kipling
Luxury: Malt whisky
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Mikis Theodorakis
Zorba's Dance (from Zorba the Greek)
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Ron Goodwin and His Concert Orchestra
Theme From Lawrence Of Arabia
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Ambrose and His Orchestra
He Played His Ukelele As The Ship Went Down
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Corps Of Royal Engineers Band
Hurrah For The CRE
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Neil Diamond
Sky Bird
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Antonín Dvořák
Symphony No. 9 in E minor 'From the New World'
Orchestra: London Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Istvan Kertesz
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The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards
Amazing Grace
Castaway's Favourite
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Edward Elgar
Pomp & Circumstance March No. 1 in D major 'Land of Hope and Glory'
Orchestra: BBC Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Colin Davis
Book Choice
The complete works - Rudyard Kipling
Luxury Choice
Malt whisky
Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Roy Plomley |
| Interviewed Guest | John Blashford-Snell |
Broadcasts
- Sat 30 Oct 197619:00BBC Radio 4
- Mon 1 Nov 197612:25BBC Radio 4
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