History's Youngest Heroes: Nelson Mandela and the Defiance Campaign
A young activist attempts to overthrow apartheid in South Africa.
History's Heroes · BBC Radio 4
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Show Notes
Before he became a world leader, how did Mandela as a young activist first attempt to overthrow the South African government to end apartheid?
Nicola Coughlan shines a light on extraordinary young people from across history. Join her for 12 stories of rebellion, risk and the radical power of youth.
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Producer: Suniti Somaiya Edit Producer: Melvin Rickarby Assistant Producer: Elaina Boateng Executive Producer: Paul Smith Written by Alex von Tunzelmann Commissioning editor for Radio 4: Rhian Roberts