God's Revolution by Don Taylor

A 12-part radio series written by Don Taylor, dramatizing the events of the English Civil Wars (1642 - 1651) as seen through the eyes of members of both sides, Roundhead and Cavalier alike.

Written by Don Taylor

Oliver Cromwell ... Bernard Hepton
Charles I/Cornet Denn/Colonel Jackson ... William Eedle
General Thomas Fairfax ... Nigel Anthony
Captain Francis White ... Graham Blockey
Colonel Edward Sexby ... John Hartoch
John Lilburne ... Christian Rodska
John Church ... Eric Allan
Stephen White ... David March
Corporal Perkins/The Silent Soldier ... Steve Hodson
Cornet George Joyce ... Jonathan Nibbs
Captain John Reynolds ... Kim Wall
Penelope White ... Deborah Makepeace
Elizabeth Lilburne ... Maureen O'Brien
Mrs. Cromwell ... June Barrie
Betty Cromwell ... Zelah Clarke

Directed by Ronald Mason

Broadcast on BBC Radio 4 7 October - 22 December 1988

Episode 1 00:00
The Fruits of Victory
1647, unrest mounts as the Presbyterian government decides to disband the army. English Civil War drama with Graham Blockey.

Episode 2 57:04
The Soldiers' Voice
1647 - Parliament gets tough on army dissenters, but how will Cromwell react?

Episode 3 1:53:13
Insurrection
Provoked by Parliament, the resolute army aim to get higher ranks on their side.

Episode 4 2:46:30
Summer Manoeuvres
1674, and a spontaneous revolution in army ranks sees troops heading towards London.

Episode 5 3:43:45
The Power of the Sword
The Model Army easily reaches London, but with sinking confidence in Cromwell.

Episode 6 4:38:30
Discussions at Putney
1647, the Model Army attempt to bring Cromwell round to their way of thinking.

Episode 7 5:36:09
The Logic of Events
Major Francis White seeks peace with his father before heading into battle.

Episode 8 6:33:31
The Disciplines of the War
Reynolds and Church see some unexpected faces in the midst of battle.

Episode 9 7:31:03
The Man of Blood
Opposition mounts against the King, but is there enough support to depose him?

Episode 10 8:28:22
England's New Chains
Will the execution of King Charles I bring the army its longed-for freedom?

Episode 11 9:25:55
The Sea Green Banner
In 1649, the soldiers' discontent with their leaders rises, and London women get marching.

Episode 12 10:23:17
For the Agreement of the Sword
1649, and Cromwell is determined to foil the soldiers' rebellion.

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