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The Real Story: Blood on the Tracks -- A Vietnam Veteran's Battle Against Empire

The Real Story: Blood on the Tracks -- A Vietnam Veteran's Battle Against Empire

FromThe Socialist Program with Brian Becker


The Real Story: Blood on the Tracks -- A Vietnam Veteran's Battle Against Empire

FromThe Socialist Program with Brian Becker

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Length:
36 minutes
Released:
Feb 11, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On this episode we are joined by Brian Willson, a Vietnam veteran, writer, lawyer and a peace activist. On September 1, 1987, Brian lost his legs while participating in a peaceful act of civil disobedience at a railroad track at the Concord Naval Weapons Station to block the shipment of  weapons to the terrorist Contra fighters in Nicaragua, and has continued his fight against U.S. empire.
Released:
Feb 11, 2021
Format:
Podcast episode

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News and views about the world for those who want to change it. Socialist commentary and education episodes every week: Tues: In the News | Wed: Capitalism in Crisis | Thurs: The Real Story