Charlie Lawson - Coronation Street Legend's Incredible WW2 Connection

Charlie Lawson, famous for playing Jim McDonald in Coronation Street shares with Al Murray and James Holland his family's history in the Second World War.

Charlie's uncle, who fought with the Royal Irish Fusiliers, was incredibly close with Australian Lawrie Franklyn-Vaile. During the war they shared an incredible connection and both wrote incredibly moving letters back home.

A Goalhanger Production

Produced by Joey McCarthy

Exec Producer: Tony Pastor

Social: @WeHaveWaysPod

Email: [email protected]

Join our ‘Independent Company’ to watch our livestreams, get earlybird tickets and our weekly newsletter - packed with deals.

Membership Club: patreon.com/wehaveways

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices