BBC Eyewitness series

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The BBC issued a series of CDs for a history of the 20th century broken down into decades. 'Eyewitness 1910-1919' includes interviews ranging from Frank Richards to David LLoyd George and covering the war on land. air and sea. It is fascinating to hear more of the real old sweats, many of whom were recorded before 'The Great War' TV series.

I realise that this is an audiobook, but hope that this is the right section.

Edited 8 July , 2007 by per ardua per mare per terram

[Kath]

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http://www.bbcshop.com/icat/eyewitness&amp...4,,5,eyewitness

Kath.

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Eyewitness: The 1910s that's the one.

"Tim Pigott-Smith presents the second volume in this unique audio snapshot of the history of the Twentieth Century.

"Released in ten volumes, Eyewitness provides a rare opportunity to hear the history of the 20th century described by those who were actually there. Tim Pigott-Smith weaves together fascinating reminiscences taken from the BBC archives - many previously unbroadcast - with an insightful commentary written by Joanna Bourke, Professor of History at Birkbeck College.

"A multitude of vox pops offer fascinating insights into life in the 1900s - the manners, fashion, discipline, religion, alcohol and sport. Voices of ordinary people are mixed with those whose names still resonate today. [No mention of WW1 in the blurb!]

"Captivating, revelatory, thought-provoking and very often moving, these are the authentic voices of the past, speaking to the present."