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By the Sword Divided (1983)

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50 min

Season 2 • Episode 10

Latest

Restoration

Mar 10, 1985

1660: With the restoration of King Charles II, John Fletcher is brought to trial as a regicide. Tom is surprised to be honoured as a Baron by the King.

Overview

Drama

This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.

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John Hawkesworth

Creator

John Hawkesworth

First AiredOct 16, 1983
StatusEnded
Seasons2·Episodes20
BBC One

Top Cast

Tim Bentinck

Tim Bentinck

Sharon Maughan

Sharon Maughan

Peter Guinness

Peter Guinness

Andrew MacLachlan

Andrew MacLachlan

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