378. Algerian Revolution: Birth of Independence (Ep 4)
About this episode
This episode explores the violent path to Algerian independence, focusing on French torture tactics and political turmoil.
How did the French use systemic torture during the Battle of Algiers? Which army generals plotted to overthrow the French president? Why did the bloody birth of an independent Algeria herald further trouble to come? In the fourth episode of this series, William and Anita explore the bloody road to the declaration of Algerian Independence. They discuss France’s horrifying use of torture, the collapse of the Fourth Republic, and the historic 1962 Évian Accords. Try Attio for free at attio.com/empire 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
People in this episode
Hosts: William, Anita
Topics covered
- Algerian Revolution
- French colonialism
- torture
- independence
- historical events
- political upheaval
Keywords
- Algerian Revolution
- French torture
- independence
- Fourth Republic
- Évian Accords
- Battle of Algiers
- political upheaval
Sponsors
Attio
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Goalhanger, Empire Club, Goalhanger Podcasts, Fourth Republic
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