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Heroes for a Time

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4: Tommy Handley
Tommy was the first radio war hero - and ITMA was Britain's open secret weapon. As a morale booster, the show must have ranked second only to Churchill's wartime speeches., Every generation produces its cult figure. For a time they capture huge followings and receive much adulation. Tony Bilbow looks back on the careers of seven people who were popular heroes and tries to discover the secret of their success.
Producer GWYNETH HENDERSON

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Tommy Handley
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Tony Bilbow
Producer:
Gwyneth Henderson
Source: Radio Times

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