History's Heroes
History's Youngest Heroes
History's Youngest Heroes: 1. Nelson Mandela and the Defiance Campaign
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December 9, 2024
29 minutes
Available for over a year
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.
A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.
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