EndedBBC One1983-10-16

By the Sword Divided

Name: By the Sword Divided
Genre: Drama
Released: 1983-10-16
Rating: 7
Cast: Sharon Maughan, Rob Edwards

Drama~50 min

Seasons

Episodes

Networks

BBC One

Countries

First aired

1983-10-16

Last aired

1985-03-10

Language

Rating

7.0 / 10

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Synopsis and details

This classic period drama series follows the fortunes of the aristocratic Lacey family, living peacefully in Arnescote Castle until the onset of the English Civil War in 1640. Sir Martin Lacey, the head of the family, is steadfastly loyal to the King. However the family is torn apart when his eldest daughter Anne weds John Fletcher - son of a merchant family who support the forces of Cromwell.