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The Hireling

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The story of General Patrick Gordon Written and narrated by Patrick Malahide with Tom Watson as General Gordon
In 1651, a young man with few prospects left his native Aberdeenshire to fight in the mercenary armies of Northern Europe. Fifty years later, he was the trusted and invaluable friend of Tsars and princes. Music composed and played by JOHN SAMPSON (woodwind) with JIMMY GROSSART (percussion) Directed by PATRICK RAYNER BBC Scotland long wave only from 11.30

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Unknown:
General Patrick Gordon
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Patrick Malahide
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Tom Watson
Played By:
John Sampson
Directed By:
Patrick Rayner
Source: Radio Times

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