16 September 1916 - Norman Harris
Sep 16, 2016•12 min
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Episode description
On this day in 1916, papers reported the successful first deployment of 'a new type of heavy armoured car' called a tank, which might change the course of the war, and in Folkestone, Maisie Harris is captivated by the Battle of the Somme film.
Written by Mike Walker Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
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