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Anti-Nazi League carnival in 1978

The 70s 80s 90s Blog9 years ago4 years ago54 mins

In 1978, the Anti-Nazi League and Rock Against Racism held a huge Carnival at Victoria Park in Mile End where The Clash and other bands played

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National Union of School Students membership card for 1978

The 70s 80s 90s Blog10 years ago6 years ago21 mins

National Union of School Students membership card for 1978

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Brick Lane and Petticoat Lane in the 70s – my memories

The 70s 80s 90s Blog14 years ago9 years ago04 mins

Brick Lane and Petticoat Lane in the 70s – my memories

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Anti Nazi League carnivals in 1978 – even one in Walthamstow

The 70s 80s 90s Blog14 years ago6 years ago32 mins

Anti Nazi League carnivals in 1978 – even one in Walthamstow

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Buy Original Rude Boy – biography of Neville Staple, The Specials

Boxing and racism in the 80s

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