New series Four programmes telling the story of some of the most dramatic naval battles in British history through the voices of ordinary sailors who took part in them. 1: SourBeer. By Stephen Wyatt , performed by Nicholas Woodeson.
Martin Peasgood is the bosun's mate on the Elizabeth Jonas sent out to chase the Spanish Armada in 1588. With commentaryfrom historians Ian Friel and Maria Rodriguez-Salgado . producer Tim Dee