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Force, Wits - and a Woman
A Radio Play by Julius Hare
Characters:
Montague, a Cavalier
Ainsworth, another Cavalier
Ruth, a Roundhead girl
The Landlord of an Inn, Ruth's Father
Ireton, a young Roundhead

Early in the year 1645, before the battle of Naseby, the final issue of the struggle between the forces of Charles and Cromwell was still in the lap of the gods. This dramatic episode shows a conflict, not only of arms, but of wits.

(to 23.00)

Contributors

Musicians:
The Station Trio
Writer (Force, Wits - and a Woman):
Julius Hare

5WA Cardiff

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