Searching for Soldier Dad: 4. The dads
Summary
BBC journalist Ivana Davidovich investigates the search for British soldiers who fathered children in Kenya and disappeared. Lawyer James Netto uses DNA testing to identify potential fathers, leading to emotional reunions like that of Cathy with her dad, Phil, who explains his absence through mental health struggles. While a court confirms paternity for seven men, enabling citizenship claims, Yvonne’s father remains elusive despite a DNA match.
Topics discussed
Sponsorship and introduction to the Prince's Islands
Yvonne's DNA match and potential father identified
Episode 4 overview and the challenge of identifying fathers
The legal hunt for Yvonne's father, Kieran
Cathy's father accepts paternity and explains his absence
Interview with Phil: his life, mental health, and regret
Court ruling confirms paternity for seven fathers
Preview of next episode and closing remarks
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