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Black History Buff Podcast

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Last updated Apr 02, 2020

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Day 27: The Battle of Lewisham: When a Community Said NO to Racism

Oct 27, 2024 • 00:01:48

King Kurus, your Black History Buff, brings you the powerful story of the Battle of Lewisham in our "31 Days of Black British History" series. Learn about this crucial moment in 1977 when the local community stood up against far-right racism.

This episode covers:

The context of racial tensions in 1970s Britain
The National Front march and the community's response
The events of the day and the clashes that ensued
The battle's significance in the history of anti-racist organizing in Britain

While listening to this audio journey, imagine the determination and unity of the Lewisham community as they faced down racism.

Watch the visual storytelling of this episode on our TikTok: @blackhistorybuff.

Want more in-depth exploration of Black British resistance to racism? Join our Patreon for free and get access to all 31 episodes plus bonus content. Visit https://www.patreon.com/Blackhistorybuff and become part of our community of history enthusiasts.

Let's draw inspiration from those who stood up against hate and defended their community.

Blessings,

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