Download 4 January 1918 - Adeline Lumley
On this day in 1918, the SS Birtley was sunk returning from Dunkirk, losing 18 crew, and in Tynemouth, old friends arrive seeking safety.
Written by Katie Hims
Directed by Allegra McIlroy
Editor: Jessica Dromgoole.
Published on Thursday, 4th January 2018.
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