How can I remove backups from Time Machine

I have 3 years of backups on Time Machne and my 650 gig external drive has run out of room.  How can I delete some of the backups?  I really don't need 3 years.
Thanks!!

Have a look at Pondini's invaluable Time Machine resource: http://pondini.org/TM/12.html

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