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5. Out of the Ashes

Episode 5 of 5

Charles Wheeler explores the return of sport and entertainment after the Second World War ended. From 2005.

Charles Wheeler concludes his look about the end of the Second World War and the first years of peace.

How did this affect the lives of people in Britain and overseas.

In the aftermath of the A-Bomb, would it be possible for idealism to return?

Charles Wheeler discovers how Britain went about returning to normality in the pursuit of science, religion, sports, culture and entertainment.

Producer: Mark Burman

First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of VE Day in May 2005.

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  • Fri 13 May 2005 09:00
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