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Eglantyne Jebb Saves The Children

How did a woman鈥檚 arrest in Trafalgar Square change the lives of children around the world?

When Eglantyne Jebb is arrested for distributing leaflets in Trafalgar Square in 1919, she finds herself at the centre of a storm that will change the lives of children around the world.

Stories of bold voices, with brave ideas and the courage to stand alone. Historian Alex von Tunzelmann shines a light on remarkable people from across history.

A 麻豆社 Studios Audio production.

Series producer: Suniti Somaiya
Written and presented by Alex von Tunzelmann
Executive Producer: Paul Smith
Commissioning editor for Radio 4: Rhian Roberts

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29 minutes

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Tue 3 Mar 2026 15:00

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