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Big Ben as Beating Heart

Episode 2 of 7

Ian McMillan's new poem pays moving tribute to the hope-inspiring chimes of Big Ben on Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio throughout World War II.

2 minutes

Last on

Wed 31 Dec 2014 19:00
Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra

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Big Ben as an Icon of Britain

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New Year in War Time

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Broadcasts

  • Sun 29 Dec 2013 07:58
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 29 Dec 2013 11:58
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
  • Sun 29 Dec 2013 18:58
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
  • Wed 31 Dec 2014 19:00
    Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra

Ninety Years of Big Ben's Chimes ringing in the New Year on the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ

Ian McMillan has written 7 poems reflecting on the iconic status of the great bell.