1908 - 1996
To the generations who grew up with Children's Hour, the voice of 'Uncle David' could be instantly recollected decades later.
He started as a performer on the show in 1935, eventually rising to Head of Children's Hour in 1953, then Head of Children's Programmes from 1961-64. Thereafter, he moved to the drama department as a producer, where he remained until his retirement.
To the generations who grew up with Children's Hour, the voice of 'Uncle David' could be instantly recollected decades later.
He started as a performer on the show in 1935, eventually rising to Head of Children's Hour in 1953, then Head of Children's Programmes from 1961-64. Thereafter, he moved to the drama department as a producer, where he remained until his retirement.
Audio
Wind In The Willows narration – 1950
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