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Allan Beswick tells the story of George Formby. He recalls Formby's role during the war, his relationship with his wife Beryl and his unlikely role in South African politics.
Allan Beswick tells the remarkable story of George Formby. He recalls Formby's role in the war effort, his relationship with his wife Beryl and the couple's unlikely role in South African politics. Formby's death in 1961 brought a hundred thousand mourners onto the streets of Warrington, including a young Allan Beswick.
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Thu 25 Sep 2008
23:30
ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4
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