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This Week in History

Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.

Radio 4,9 episodes

Episodes

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May 26 - June 1st
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
28 May 2025,5 mins
May 19 - May 25
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
21 May 2025,5 mins
May 12 - May 18
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
14 May 2025,5 mins
May 5 - May 11
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
07 May 2025,5 mins
April 28 - May 4
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
30 Apr 2025,5 mins
April 21 - April 27
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
25 Apr 2025,5 mins
April 14 - April 20
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
16 Apr 2025,5 mins
April 7 - April 13
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
09 Apr 2025,4 mins
March 31 - April 6
Fascinating, surprising and eye-opening stories from the past, brought to life.
02 Apr 2025,5 mins

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