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The Churchills [audio 15min]

The Churchills produced two of the greatest leaders in British history. They achieved prominence during the Restoration but rose to another zenith in the 19th and 20 centuries. "This Sceptred Isle: Dynasties" is a narrative history charting over a thousand years of influence wielded by the power brokers of Britain and Ireland, told in 10 programmes written by historian Christopher Lee and narrated by actor Anna Massey, with readings by actor Robert Powell.
Read entire article at BBC Radio 7 "This Sceptred Isle: Dynasties" Wed 14th Jun