Last Night, Another Soldier: A full-cast BBC Radio thriller

A gripping story from the frontline of Afghanistan

Afghanistan, 2009. Eighteen-year-old squaddie Briggsy is just three weeks into his first posting in Helmand Province and he's thrilled to be part of the action. But when his Rifle Section loses a man in battle, Briggsy is forced to confront the realities of war.

Also included is the fascinating interview with Andy McNab, in which he speaks to Jo Fidgen about his childhood, military career and writing.

Cast: Briggsy - Russell Tovey Si - Lloyd Thomas Flash - Paul Rider Toki - Damian Lynch Mackenzie/John - Stephen Hogan Mum/Helicopter pilot/Radio Operator - Janice Acquah Emma/Tannoy - Caroline Guthrie Newsreader/Cookie - Matt Addis

Directed by Vernee Samuel First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 1 August 2009

Andy McNab: soldier, writer, psychopath was first broadcast on BBC World Service, 22 July 2019

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Lydbog: 15. september 2022