377. Algerian Revolution: The Battle of Algiers (Ep 3)
About this episode
The episode discusses the explosive start of the Algerian revolution, focusing on the Battle of Algiers and the tactics used by the FLN against the French army.
What really happened during the infamous Battle of Algiers? How did the Algerian War of Independence begin? Who was the radical mastermind who restructured the resistance movement under the noses of the French army? In the third episode of this series, William and Anita discuss the explosive start of the Algerian revolution. They discuss the guerrilla tactics of the FLN, brutal French reprisals, and the legendary female bombers of the Battle of Algiers. Summer sale is here: get an annual Empire Club membership for an extra 20% off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, early-access, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. For more Goalhanger Podcasts, head to www.goalhanger.com. Email: empire@goalhanger.com Instagram: @empirepoduk Blue Sky: @empirepoduk X: @empirepoduk Assistant Producer: Imogen Marriott Editor: Charlie Rodwell Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Producer: Anouska Lewis Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: William, Anita
Topics covered
- Algerian Revolution
- Battle of Algiers
- guerrilla tactics
- French reprisals
- resistance movement
- female bombers
Keywords
- Algerian War of Independence
- guerrilla warfare
- FLN
- French army
- female bombers
- resistance
- Battle of Algiers
Sponsors
Empire Club
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: FLN, French army, Goalhanger Podcasts
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