Original version

BBC Radio 4 LW

Thinking Allowed

Discussion & Talk

Factual: Science & Nature

BBC Radio 4 FM

Thinking Allowed: The Poppy; Traveller Children in Schools

20/11/2013

The Poppy; Traveller Children in Schools

BBC Radio 4 - Thinking Allowed, The Poppy; Traveller Children in Schools

Laurie explores the origins the Remembrance Day poppy. Also, traveller children in schools

Laurie Taylor explores the origins and meaning of the Remembrance Day poppy. Also, traveller children in schools.

The Poppy - a cultural history. Laurie Taylor talks to renowned archaeologist and anthropologist, Nicholas Saunders, about his account of the origins, history and many meanings of the Remembrance Day Poppy. From ancient Egypt to Flanders Field to Afghanistan. How did a humble flower of the field become a worldwide icon? They're joined by Professor of History, Joanna Bourke. Also, Reader in Education, Kalwant Bhopal, discusses her research into the experience of traveller children in schools.

Producer: Jayne Egerton.

BBC Radio 4

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Accessibility links

Programme Index

Thinking Allowed

The Poppy; Traveller Children in Schools

Genres

Formats

Brand

BBC Radio 4 LW

About BBC Radio 4