Robin Glendinning Nine Days In May

Robin Glendinning

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Experience the turbulent events of May 1926 during the General Strike in this captivating afternoon play. Broadcasting was still in its infancy, and the values established by John Reith, the founding Director-General of the BBC, were put to the test as the nation's industry came to a standstill.

With many newspapers halting their print, communication between authorities and the public became challenging. However, the British Broadcasting Company emerged as a vital source of information. The Conservative government, led by Winston Churchill, recognized the power of radio as a more immediate medium during the chaos and sought to utilize it effectively.

This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.