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The Cruelty, Stolen Generations, Introducing - The Cruelty - Stolen Generations

The Cruelty

Stolen Generations

Introducing - The Cruelty - Stolen Generations

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May 23, 2025

3 minutes

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In 2021, Davie Donaldson sought to solve the long-standing mystery of the Unknown Bairn, a young boy whose body washed up on a Scottish beach and was never claimed. Since that time, a number of Scottish Travellers have ed him with stories of children being forcibly removed from their families. This becomes the catalyst for Davie’s investigation into why this happened and whether it was sanctioned by the church and state. Along the way, the mystery that began it all re-enters Davies’ life, taking him to a truth that’s been hidden in the shadows for too long.

Presenter: Davie Donaldson

Producer: Kate Bissell

Research: Kate Bissell and Emily Essen

Story Consultants: Jack Kibble White and Kirsty Williams

Music, Mix and Sound Design: Julian Corrie

Executive Editor: Susie Crumless

Commissioning Editor: Heather Kane Darling