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The Sicilian Expedition

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The narrative by THUCYDIDES of the grandiose but fateful expedition of the Athenian navy and army to Sicily.
Arranged in six parts by DONALD BANCROFT from the translation by REX WARNER . with Edward de Souza as Thucydides
6: The Retreatfrom Syracuse, 413BC
The description of the last battle.
Presenter ERIC STOVELL
Also taking part MEMBERS OF THE RADIO DRAMA COMPANY
Directed by JOHN THEOCHARIS (R)

Contributors

Unknown:
Donald Bancroft
Translation By:
Rex Warner
Unknown:
Edward de Souza
Presenter:
Eric Stovell
Directed By:
John Theocharis
Nicias:
Manning Wilson
Source: Radio Times

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