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15/06/1964

First transmitted in 1964, the main feature is a report by Robin Day from Pretoria, where Nelson Mandela and other defendants in the Rivonia Trial have been sentenced.

First transmitted in 1964, the main feature is a report by Robin Day from Pretoria, where Nelson Mandela and other defendants in the Rivonia Trial have been sentenced. Day interviews people who condemn the trial and sentence, including Helen Suzman, Alan Paton and Winnie Mandela. A feature on race and segregation in Chicago precedes this report, while a consideration of the discrimination facing black people in Britain follows it.Contains language prevalent at the time.

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Mon 15 Jun 1964 20:25
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