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Radio 4 Extra,20 Jun 1971,30 mins

Series Series 12

The Slogan Contest

The Navy Lark

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A recruitment drive sparks some creative writing aboard HMS Troutbridge, but the Chief does some creative scheming. Stars Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray. Laughs afloat aboard British Royal Navy frigate HMS Troutbridge. Written by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans. The Sub-Lieutenant ...... Leslie Phillips The Chief Petty Officer ...... Jon Pertwee The Number One ...... Stephen Murray Captain Povey ...... Richard Caldicot Mrs Povey ...... Heather Chasen The Admiral ...... Tenniel Evans The Rear Admiral ....... Michael Bates The Navy Lark ran for an impressive 13 series between 1959 and 1976. Producer: Alastair Scott Johnston. First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 in June 1971.

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