Event overview
An afternoon of creative responses to the Battle of Lewisham.
On 13th August 1977, an attempt by the National Front to march from New Cross to Lewisham was halted by a patchwork of groups in a display of solidarity against fascism and racism. This event will explore and debate the history and context of anti-racist and anti-fascist resistance and protest in and around Lewisham in the twentieth century.
A diverse panel including academics, activists and Lewisham’s first black police constable will share music, video, objects and images that activate memories and responses to the Battle of Lewisham.
Les Back - Professor of Sociology at Goldsmiths, University of London
Lez Henry - Lecturer in Criminology at the University of West London
Balwinder Rana - Founding president of the first Asian youth organisation in the UK, active in anti-fascist marches from 1974 and took part in the Battle of Lewisham. Balwinder was also National Asian Organiser for the Anti-Nazi League after its launch in 1977, and launched Sikhs Against the EDL in 2010.
Amina Mangera - Activist and campaigner in the Lewisham area and beyond
David Michael - Retired Metropolitan Police Detective Chief Inspector and first black constable to be posted to the Borough of Lewisham in April 1973
Part of Radical New Cross: protest and dissent 1875 - 2015. A series of free public events celebrating the radical past, present and future of New Cross.
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Dates & times
| Date | Time | Add to calendar |
|---|---|---|
| 15 Nov 2015 | 4:30pm - 6:30pm |
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