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The Archive Hour: Enter the Workhouse

BBC Radio 4
on BBC Radio 4 FM

A look at life behind the closed doors of one of Britain's most feared institutions: the workhouse. Including revealing testimonials from surviving former inmates and guardians, who tell the real story behind the myth. Plus a look at rare archival materials. Presented by Tony Burton.
Producers Dominic Byrne and Eve Streeter

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Presented By:
Tony Burton.
Producers:
Dominic Byrne
Source: Radio Times

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