Ep 6. The Death Ships

1942. Thousands of European Jews attempt to flee persecution from war in unsuitable boats - but the British refuse permission for them to land in Palestine. Meanwhile, Miriam takes up the armed struggle in earnest. Episode six of the drama.

Written by Steve Waters

CAST Youssef: Amir El-Masry Miriam: Shani Erez Yehoshua: Philip Arditti Ben-Gurion: Elliot Levey Zahra: Lara Sawalha Harry Lister: Blake Ritson Mohammed: Ramzi Dehani Menachim Begin: Daniel Rabin Other parts: Heather Craney and Hasan Dixon

Original music: Glenn Sharp Sound design: Caleb Knightley Produced by Radio Drama London for BBC World Service

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