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By the Sword Divided

By the Sword Divided (1983)

October. 16,1983

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By the Sword Divided

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.

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By the Sword Divided

1983

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 2 : 1985

10 Episode

Episode 1 - Conflicts

January. 06,1985

1645: Arnescote Castle, home to the mid-seventeenth century Lacey family, is now in the hands of Parliamentarian John Fletcher and his wife Anne.

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Episode 2 - Cruel Necessity

January. 13,1985

1649: The trial and execution of Charles I seems to have put an end to the Royalist cause.

Episode 3 - Cromwell at Arnescote

January. 20,1985

1649: The Fletchers receive Oliver Cromwell at Arnescote, unaware of the dangers involved.

Episode 4 - Witch Hunt

January. 27,1985

1650: Henry Snelling, a witch-finder, arrives at Arnescote Castle and spreads suspicion and distrust that leads to strained relations between John and Anne.

Episode 5 - Escape

February. 03,1985

1651: King Charles II, defeated at the Battle of Worcester, seeks sanctuary at Arnescote and is treated kindly, before attempting to escape into exile.

Episode 6 - Fateful Days

February. 10,1985

1653: Arnescote's 'singing boy' Hugh Brandon discovers his true identity and is horrified to discover who his birth mother is.

Episode 7 - Forlorn Hope

February. 17,1985

1655: Sir Thomas Lacey is involved in an uprising plot to recapture Arnescote Castle. Sir Austin Fletcher stands firm.

Episode 8 - The Mailed Fist

February. 24,1985

1657: Martin Fletcher is caught brawling with the village boys and Anne is summoned to London by her husband, John, to discuss his suspicions.

Episode 9 - Retribution

March. 03,1985

1658: Cromwell is on his deathbed. Tom Lacey meets with his twin, Anne, to discuss her affair with Horton and finally proposes to Frances.

Episode 10 - Restoration

March. 10,1985

1660: With the restoration of King Charles II, John Fletcher is brought to trial as a regicide. Tom is surprised to be honoured as a Baron by the King.

Seasons 1 : 1983

10 Episode