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Hive Storytellers PodcastAuthor: Hive Storytellers
Stories about the North East of England and the people that live or have lived there. Our stories often have truth intertwined with fiction. The members of our group create an eclectic mix of stories for your listening pleasure. Hive Radio Storytellers started in April 2019, a group of like minded people interested in Audio Drama. No experience was necessary. Together we write, record, and produce the work created, new members are always welcome. Language: en Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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The Lost Letters of 6th Battalion Northumberland Fusiliers
Episode 2
Saturday, 26 April, 2025
In this special podcast, we commemorate the 6th Battalion of the Northumberland Fusiliers and 110th anniversary of the battle of St. Julien on April 26th 1915. The podcast features Lost Letters of the Battalion who were part of the City Battalion, they were one of the first territorial battalions to be sent into action in the Great War 1914-1918. It has taken over 100 years for this collection of letters to come to light. Discovered at a car boot sale by Robert Swan, they were passed to Hive storyteller John Caffrey, who has researched the men and their families. The letters give a unique insight into their thoughts and experiences. Letters read by Andrew BallDavid ByeJohn CafferyChristopher GrayMichael KeanMichael TaylorResearch and narration read by Delphine BlenkinsopTerry Quy Ann RidleyMusic by Mike Ridley