On this day in 1916, the cabinet met in Downing street to discuss the problems of conscription and recruitment, and Tobias has a day of surprises.

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Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, British airmen who had bombarded Constantinople, all returned safely from the 300 mile round flight, and Edwin Lloyd feels a long way from home.

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Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, the Mexican government requested a withdrawal of American troops from their territory, and in Staverton, Cora Gidley has a domestic crisis.

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Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, Glasgow revolutionary John Maclean was imprisoned for breaches of the Defence of the Realm Act, and Adam Wilson finally meets up with an old friend.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, as reports came in of the German army crossing into the French trenches at Verdun, Dieter's position at Buckfast Abbey is threatened.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, an escaped German POW was re-captured, and Alexander Gidley is shaken by an encounter with a young war hero.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

SECRET SHAKESPEARE

On this day in 1916, newspapers reported the discovery in Chicago of an anarchist plot to assassinate the rulers of Europe, while at Halecot Farm, more old feuds are reignited.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

On this day in 1916, Britain intercepted £56,000 of Swedish herring on its way to Germany, while at Staverley Court Sylvia Graham wants to enjoy an English summer's day.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz

On this day in 1916, a Zeppelin raid dropped bombs on the North East coast, while at Spittal End Farm conscription appears on the horizon.

Written by Sebastian Baczkiewicz