16 Oct 1989
Touring England
Tour scenic England, the island in the silver sea that holds a special place for us all.
Glimpses of Old England
This Traveltalk series short focuses on the sights and culture that define "Old England". Included is a visit to the Cotswold Hills area, a ride on the Wye River, and visits to Tintern Abbey in Wales and Laycock Abbey in Wiltshire, England.
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James A. FitzPatrick Narrator (voice)
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