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By the Sword Divided

Premiered: Oct 16, 1983 | 2 seasons | 20 episodes

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Creator: John Hawkesworth
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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.
Full Credits

Name Character Episodes
Peter Guinness 20
Andrew MacLachlan 20
Tim Bentinck 20
Sharon Maughan 20
Julian Glover 10
Simon Dutton 10
Barbara Shelley 1
Andrew Bicknell Captain Black 1
Richard Bremmer Escort Commander 1
Christopher Neame Henry Snelling 1
John Woodvine 1