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The Drums of War

With Robin away, Tilly decides to go to Nairobi to do what she can for he war effort. As a result, Elspeth must go lives with the Robinsons, a wealthy merchant family who have a resident governess for their children. Elspeth doesn't adapt very well however and decides to run away. Hereward is in the army in France while Robin and Ian Crawford have joined the local forces but Tilly gets some bad news after a battle in the south. When Robin gets orders to join his old regiment in France, Tilley make plans to return to England, at least temporarily.

English
  • Originally Aired October 13, 1981
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Network BBC One
  • Notes Is the series finale
  • Created May 2, 2010 by
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Name Type Role
John Hawkesworth Writer
Roy Ward Baker Director