Telegram Tales

Newstalk Documentaries

Mar 2, 202500:46:50Society & Culture

Telegram Tales from the Central Telegraph's Office, co-produced by Amandine Devine and Ellen McEvoy tells the story of the 24-hour thriving office that kept Ireland's communication on track during the 60s and 70s. Nowada...

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