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Home Front

BBC Radio 4www.bbc.co.uk

Drama serial tracking the fortunes of a group of characters on the home front as they try to maintain normality while Britain is involved in the First World War.

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Episodes

1 September 1916 - Dorothea Winwood

On this day in 1916, Bertrand Russell received notice restricting his access to military areas, and Ralph Winwood returns home to a limited welcome. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

Sep 01, 201612 min

31 August 1916 - Juliet Argent

On this day in 1916, the Battle of Verdun finally came to a close, and in Folkestone, Juliet Cavendish's marriage is on fragile ground. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 31, 201612 min

30 August 1916 - Esme Macknade

On this day in 1916, Turkey declared war on Rumania and Russia, and a new arrival at the Grahams' fractures Esme's peace of mind. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 30, 201612 min

29 August 1916 - Alec Poole

On this day in 1916, Paul von Hindenberg became German Chief of Staff, and in Folkestone, Alec Poole's loyalties are stretched. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

Aug 29, 201612 min

26 August 1916 - Johnnie Marshall

On this day in 1916, the British took 200 yards of German trenches near Bazentin-le-Petit, capturing a machine gun, and Johnnie Marshall has a plan. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 26, 201612 min

25 August 1916 - Kitty Wilson

On this day in 1916, there were more air raids on the East Coast, with 29 casualties, and Kitty discovers that anyone communicating in secret code runs the risk of being labelled a spy. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 25, 201612 min

24 August 1916 - Hilary Pearce

On this day in 1916, following zeppelin raids on the South East coast, Hilary Pearce is all set to go to war. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 24, 201612 min

23 August 1916 - Alec Poole

On this day in 1916, the British army gained 200 yards just south of Thiepval, and the Reverend Alec Poole has a complicated day. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 23, 201612 min

22 August 1916 - Juliet Cavendish

On this day in 1916, 15,000 pilgrims gathered at Lourdes to pray for the safe return of their fathers from war, and Juliet is finding it hard to reconcile her delight and her fears. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

Aug 22, 201612 min

19 August 1916 - Norman Harris

On this day in 1916, the papers reported a "Great British Day on the Somme", and in Folkestone, Norman Harris's life changes direction. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 19, 201612 min

18 August 1916 - Johnnie Marshall

On this day in 1916, a clergyman's daughter was fined for sending photographs of German POW's to a newspaper, and in Folkestone, rival British intelligence agencies compete for position. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 18, 201612 min

17 August 1916 - Esme Macknade

On this day in 1916, Romania pledged to join the allies at war, and in Folkestone, Esme Macknade steels herself to face her father. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 17, 201612 min

16 August 1916 - Hugh Cavendish

On this day in 1916, the French gained a mile of trenches at the Somme, and in Folkestone, Hugh Cavendish resists the incursions of Cecil Cameron. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole

Aug 16, 201612 min

15 August 1916 - Florrie Wilson

On this day in 1916, the King praised the 'spirit of cheerful confidence' he found amongst the troops in France, while in Folkestone, optimism eludes Florrie Wilson. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

Aug 15, 201612 min

12 August 1916 - Alice Macknade

On this day in 1916, 'magical results' were reported at the provision of masks to conceal facial injuries, and Alice Macknade's life seems blessed. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 12, 201612 min

11 August 1916 - Juliet Argent

On this day in 1916, Italy drives Germany back nine miles from Gorizia with 32,000 losses, and Juliet Argent faces losing her husband. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 11, 201612 min

10 August 1916 - Gabriel Graham

On this day in 1916, a letter from Lloyd George exhorted the nation to watch the new film 'The Battle of the Somme', and in Folkestone, the Grahams face an impossible situation. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 10, 201612 min

9 August 1916 - Edie Chadwick

On this day in 1916, the 'spycatcher' Peter Wright was born, and Edie, thus far economical with the truth, is forced to open her heart. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

Aug 09, 201612 min

8 August 1916 - Sylvia Graham (Season 8 start)

On this day in 1916, the Daily Mirror reported 22 deaths from heatstroke on a hospital ship, and the Graham household is concerned for Gabriel's mind. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes NOTES This season (Season 8) of Home Front is set back in Folkestone, during the Battle of the Somme, and just after the death of Lord Kitchener in circumstances that provoked a number of conspiracy theories, and the execution of Sir Roger Casement for his role in th...

Aug 08, 201612 min

27 May 1916 - Kitty Lumley

On this day in 1916, President Wilson advocated the formation of an Association of Nations to ensure future peace, and at Halecot Farm, relations are troubled. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

May 27, 201612 min

26 May 1916 - Adam Wilson

On this day in 1916, the Bishop of Liverpool told conscientious objectors that they should leave the country if they refused to fight, and the Wilsons prepare to leave Halecot Farm. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

May 26, 201612 min

25 May 1916 - Oswald Dyer

On this day in 1916, Sir Neville Chamberlain opened the Royal commission on the Irish Rebellion in Dublin, and Oswald Dyer attends tribunal in Exeter. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

May 25, 201612 min

24 May 1916 - Dieter Lippke

On this day in 1916, the Union Jack was to be flown from every public building for Empire Day, and Dieter feels increasingly isolated. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Jessica Dromgoole. Sound: Martha Littlehailes

May 24, 201612 min

23 May 1916 - Emily Colville

On this day in 1916, the Devon and Exeter Gazette advertised the training of women in the lighter branches of farm work. And Lord Colville takes his daughter to the theatre. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

May 23, 201612 min

20 May 1916 - Cyrus Colville

On this day in 1916, an air raid on Kent destroyed a public house, while in the County Tribunal in Exeter, Cyrus Colville is on fiery form. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole. SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

May 20, 201612 min

19 May 1916 - John Rossiter

On this day in 1916, unified Russian and British forces drove the Turks from the banks of the Tigris, while at Spittal End Farm, John Rossiter begins to warm towards Rose. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole. SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?...

May 19, 201612 min

18 May 1916 - Emily Colville

On this day in 1916 seven members of the No Conscription Fellowship were sentenced to imprisonment, and in Ashburton, Emily Colville resists her duty. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole. SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

May 18, 201612 min

17 May 1916 - Kitty Lumley

On this day in 1916, Sir Roger Casement was sent to Brixton Prison to await trial for treason, and at Halecot Farm, old loyalties are strained. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.

May 17, 201612 min

16 May 1916 - Alexander Gidley

On this day in 1916, three German steamers were torpedoed by Russian submarines, and in Staverton, Alexander Gidley is shaken by a letter from the War Office. Written by Richard Monks Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole. SECRET SHAKESPEARE A Shakespeare quote is hidden in each Home Front episode that is set in 1916. These were first broadcast in 2016, the 400th anniversary year of the playwright's death. Can you spot them all?

May 16, 201612 min

13 May 1916 - Alexander Gidley

On this day in 1916, the Prime Minister Herbert Asquith visited Mountjoy prison in Dublin, where De Valera refused to shake his hand, and in Staverton, it's Alexander's birthday. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes

May 13, 201612 min
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