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.
This day in 1917 marked the official formation of the Women's Land Army, and in Tynemouth, Dilys works out how to win her fight. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, Germany officially resumed unrestricted submarine warfare, and in Tynemouth, Cressida is making a small but courageous step forwards Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, three people were arrested for their secret plot to assassinate the Prime Minister, and in North Shields, Marion tells Edie Kitty's secret. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, a deputation of suffragettes went to Downing Street to discuss the extension of the vote, but the prime minister refused to meet with them, and in Tynemouth, Albert Wilson is also disappointed. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, the King of Spain survived an assassination attempt, while in Tynemouth, Edie Chadwick is publicly recognised for heroism. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, the Speaker's Conference report recommended women over 30 should get the vote, while in Tynemouth, Adeline makes sure she is heard loud and clear. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, 354 Canadian soldiers drowned when their ship hit a mine off the Irish coast, and at Collingwood Sylvia Graham does her best to steer her family through choppy waters. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, German forces regained lost ground from Russia in an offensive near Riga, while in Tynemouth, Alan Lowther is besieged from all sides. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, the Board of Education announced it would consider training wounded soldiers for teaching, and in Tynemouth, injured veteran Kenny Stokoe tries to make amends. Written by Katie Hims Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, the Daily Mail launched a campaign against spiritualism, ridiculing the notion that people could communicate with the dead, but at Collingwood Park, Adeline has some wonderful news. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, a munitions factory explosion in Silvertown, East London, killed 73 workers, and damaged 70,000 properties, and in North Shields, Marion is still shaken by recent events. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, the headline in the Daily Mirror was "Women Must make Greater Effort", and in Tynemouth, journalist D R Walker finds that all the stories she pursues come back to one thing., Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, an appeal was issued in the Times for women workers to help at YMCA recreation huts in France, and in North Shields, Iris Reed plans some entertainment of her own. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, the Zimmerman Telegram was intercepted, proposing a German-Mexican alliance, and in Tynemouth, Sylvia Graham finds an unlikely ally. Written by Sarah Daniels Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, a new German peace note laid full responsibility for the continued bloodshed on the Allies, and Alan Lowther struggles under his own burden of responsibility. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
On this day in 1917, riots erupted in Hamburg over food shortages, and in Tynemouth too there is unrest on the streets. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, an explosion at a New Jersey munitions factory raised fears of German saboteurs, and Lester Reed continues to point the finger at Tynemouth's enemies within. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, "The Silent Sentinels" began their suffrage protest outside the White House, which would last over two years, and in Tynemouth Mr Saltz is feeling insubordinate. Written by Claudine Toutoungi and Sebastian Baczkiewicz Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, Germany resumed her policy of unrestricted submarine warfare, and despite efforts to smooth the waters, tensions continue to run high at Marshall's. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1917, British troops made a successful daylight raid near Arras, taking German positions and in Tynemouth, Alan Lowther finds himself under attack from all sides. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917 the Hidden Hand Committee recommended giving to the Home Secretary powers to revoke naturalisation and in Tynemouth, Kenny's allegiances come under scrutiny. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, the Russian battleship "Peresvyet" sank after hitting a German mine, and Edie Chadwick surveys Tynemouth's own wreckage. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, there was especially heavy German bombardment of the French at Verdun and the people of Tynemouth feel badly shaken. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1917, the Ministry of Munitions met unions in London to discuss pay and in Tynemouth, Marshalls' munitions factory is busy with visitors. Written by Claudine Toutoungi Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
On this day in 1916, the Allies formally rejected the German peace proposals as "less an offer of peace than a war manoeuvre", and in Tynemouth, Lester Reed stirs up the fighting spirit in those at home. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1916, Rasputin was assassinated in Russia, while in Tynemouth DR Walker discovers an unexpected ally. 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?
On this day in 1916, chronic food shortages were reported in Germany, while in Tynemouth, Kitty's friends find enough to go round. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1916, the Sheffield Independent praised local munitionettes' "invasion of man's vigorous pursuits" at a ladies football match, and in Tyneside too the Marshall Girls say "fiddlesticks to convention" Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1916, 400 soldiers' children were entertained at Windsor Castle, and at Marshall's factory too, Boxing Day is a festive occasion. Written by Shaun McKenna Directed by Allegra McIlroy Sound: Martha Littlehailes Editor: Jessica Dromgoole
On this day in 1916, the Russian Icebreaker, the St. Alexander Nevsky is launched on the Tyne but it isn't the story Dilys wants to cover. Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz Directed by Jessica Dromgoole Sound: Martha Littlehailes
