The Aftermath Of A Riot: How Protests Escalated And Divided Southall In 1979: Our History

Reports on the background of local politics and the aftermath of the 1979 Southall riots following an anti-fascist demonstration.
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In April 1979, a National Front march sparks off race riots in Southall and Blair Peach is killed. 300 Asians from Southall were arrested on that day and sent for trial. This documentary takes a look at the effect on the Asian community in Southall and the way the Southall youth movement, made up of second-generation Asians was more successful in its protest at the march than the older more restrained Indian Workers Association.

This film was first broadcast: 13 Jan 1980

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most important lesson you can learn from history?

There isn't an easy answer to this question. There are three things to keep in mind when learning. First, we need to recognize that knowledge is the power of learning. Second, knowledge is cumulative. We must also be able to appreciate the speed at which knowledge can change.

Knowledge is power. Because it empowers people to make better decisions. We wouldn't have any problems making decisions if we had perfect information. We would always do exactly what we wanted without worrying about whether it was right or wrong.

Knowledge is not just power; it's also cumulative. This means that knowledge is not only powerful, but also cumulative. As time passes, we become smarter and smarter. Knowledge accumulates.

Let's now look at the third. Although knowledge is cumulative, it doesn’t stay static very long. Knowledge is constantly evolving. Every day scientists discover new facts, theories, ways of thinking. Every day, scientists discover new facts and theories.

Technology is a key component of our culture. It allows us to instantly access information. Technology makes it possible to store vast amounts of data in digital form and share it among millions of people worldwide.

Globalization is changing the way that we view technology. Globalization is the process by which ideas and products spread across borders. Knowledge is now easily accessible all over the world because of globalization.

Internet access allows anyone to find information from any part of the world. You can watch movies, browse the internet, listen or play music and read books. All these activities require knowledge.

Information is becoming more accessible and more specialized. There are hundreds of thousands upon thousands of websites today offering advice on topics like health, finance and business, as well as sports, travel, and cooking. These websites offer information on almost every topic you can think of.

But if you go online to buy a car, you'll probably find only a few dozen sites offering automotive-related services and products. Instead of finding thousands of sites covering every conceivable subject, you'll find only a handful covering cars.

Because experts in certain fields can share and create valuable knowledge, this is why specialization is important. Experts are often experts in a specific field. They're also able to produce high-quality content that's targeted toward their specific audience.

This is great news for consumers as they no longer have to search through a lot of useless information. Instead, consumers can narrow their search to a select few websites that contain lots of useful information.

Specialization is also a benefit for experts, who can create strong businesses around their expertise. A person buys a book because he expects that the author is knowledgeable enough about his topic to be able to give a concise and clear explanation. He wants to feel confident that the author is able to convey his message.

Experts who do not specialize risk losing potential customers.

Specialization isn't limited to just one area. Many of us today are specialists in many areas. We might be an accountant, a lawyer, a doctor, or a teacher. Not only are we likely to be a parent or spouse, but also friends, family, and fans.

Experts agree that it is impossible to succeed in one area without being skilled in another.

How can you become an expert in multiple fields? The answer is easy: practice. It takes practice to master a skill. You can make great progress if you continue to work until people recognize you.

Today, entire industries are dedicated to helping others achieve their goals. Many courses, workshops and seminars, as well as schools, teach how to quickly gain knowledge.


Do we have to learn history in order to avoid making the same mistakes as before?

Because we make the same mistakes over and over again, history repeats itself. We fail to learn from our mistakes. We don't change. We become complacent. We settle for mediocrity.

The same old stories are what repeat history. We are conditioned to believe in immutable truths and immutable rules. We cannot change them.

This is a way to stop us from thinking critically. The ability to question authority. Challenge assumptions. When we do not question, we stagnate. We stagnate if we don’t move forward. And when we stagnate, we repeat the same mistakes.

History doesn't repeat itself, because we continue to make the same mistakes. We don't learn from our mistakes, and we keep repeating the same mistakes over and over.

You can break the cycle of history repetition by changing how you look at the world and yourself, by understanding that nothing is set in stone. Nothing is fixed. Everything is in constant flux.

Accepting uncertainty is the key to breaking this cycle. Accept that things might go wrong. Accepting the possibility that we might not succeed. Accept that failure may be possible.

Accept that you may not reach your goals. But to accept that, you should strive to improve anyway.

To hold on to the past is to be certain. If you insist on the existence of fixed truths, then you will never move forward.

If you want freedom, you have to let go. If you want progress, you need to let go of control.


Who was the first to say that those who don’t learn from history are ignorant?

We all wish to live in a world where everyone learns from the past, but there are more valuable things than learning from our mistakes.

There's no better way to learn to do something right than to experience it wrong.

The most serious mistake is to try to make it right the first go.

As long you keep making adjustments, you'll eventually see the reason you made them.

It is possible to discover that you could have done things better the first time around.

But that doesn't mean you shouldn't try again. This means that you have learned a lot.

Although you might not be able make every mistake, it is possible to minimize them. This is the difference between success, and failure.

Recognizing your mistakes starts at the beginning. Look at them objectively and ask: "What can I learn?"

When you're open with yourself, you will see that your failures are not failures. They can be used as opportunities to grow.

Thomas Edison experienced exactly that. He failed many times before inventing the light bulb.

He didn't let his failures discourage him. Instead, each failure was an opportunity to improve his design.

And over time, he invented the most popular form of lighting today.

So, if you fail, don't get discouraged. Learn from your mistakes. Take advantage of them.

Then try again.


What are some lessons from history?

These are the three most important lessons that history has taught us. The first is that you have to do it yourself if you want to change the world. Second, when you change how people live, you must ensure they're ready for it. You can only change the future if it is better.

The first lesson we can learn is that there are only two ways to transform the world. One is to fight to get it. The other is to create. When you fight for it, you focus on winning and lose sight of why you started fighting in the first place.

While you cannot control their reactions to your ideas or how they present them, you can influence how they are presented. If you try to convince someone, you will fail. However, if you are determined to motivate someone to take action, you will succeed.

People had an idea, and they decided to take action. This is how most great movements started. It doesn't matter if you're trying to create change or react to it. These are the rules that will help you make an impact.

The second lesson is the fact that we all have the power to make our lives better. You can either let your life happen or you can choose to make it happen. This means that it is up to us to decide how we want our lives to be. Are we content to wait for someone else's approval to let us live? Or do we want to take charge of our destiny?

I believe that we are living in the golden age. There's more opportunity than ever before, creating a lot of excitement. People feel empowered to create their futures, and that's exciting.

This creates a problem. Because not everyone knows exactly what they want or even how to get it, it's important to figure out what you want and find a way to get it.

Let's take, for example, the desire to purchase a house. You could relax and hope that someone will give you a gift voucher to Home Depot. Or, you can ask yourself, "What do I love to be doing?" Next, find a job that allows you to do this. Apply for financing.

Now, suppose you were to travel the world. The question you might be asking yourself is "Where do I want go?" The next step is to start saving money, research countries online, talk with friends, etc. Then, you book a trip.

Let's pretend you didn’t know what your goal was. You would most likely do one of these things. Asking yourself these questions will increase your chances of getting the results you desire. Although it may sound silly, it is effective.

The third lesson is that regardless of what happens next, there are always ways to improve the future. It is very simple. Our choices shape who we are and who we become.

The trick to success is to look back at history and learn from their mistakes and successes.

If you don’t feel you have any value to the world, you are already behind. You have to believe that you're better than you thought you were.

You can start by learning what you already know. Start small and build from there. Take stock of the lessons you've learned in your entire life. What have your failures been? What have you succeeded at? How did you overcome obstacles?

Don't forget to remember that only you can limit your potential. No matter what others say, you are capable of doing anything you set your mind to.

In the words of Benjamin Franklin, "Nothing will work unless you do."


Statistics

  • According to Smithsonian, mailing young James Beagle through postage cost only 15 cents, although his parents paid him $50. (medium.com)
  • If you consider that 10% to 30% might be tens or hundreds of thousands of lives, then sure, that matters. (lifehacker.com)
  • According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)
  • The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
  • For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)

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How To

How did marketing history become propaganda?

The term "propaganda," which was first used in 1879 by Max Weber, a German sociologist, was derived from the Greek word Praopagos which means "to communicate well". The word came from the Latin verb "propere," meaning "nearby" or "at hand," and the noun "agogos," meaning "speech or discourse." It refers to "a systematic effort to shape attitudes or behavior."

In his book "Propaganda," published in 1928, British journalist George Orwell wrote: "To understand the true nature of propaganda, we must realize that it is not the intention to make people believe anything; it is only the intention to change their beliefs...It is intended to make them accept one thing rather than another."

Edward Bernays (1891 –1955) was Sigmund Freud’s nephew. In 1922, he coined the term "public Relations". He said that "the conscious and intelligent manipulation of the organized habits and opinions of the masses is an important element in a democratic society." He established the public relations company "Bernays & Company" where he worked up to 1955.

Bernays created an "engineering consent” technique that influenced public opinion via advertising and publicity campaigns from the 1920s through the 1950s. His methods were later adopted by mass media outlets such as Time Magazine and CBS News. Bernays worked closely with corporations and government agencies after World War II to influence public opinion. His clients included Johnson & Johnson and General Electric as well as Procter & Gamble and Coca-Cola.

The tobacco industry was his most important client. In 1939, he helped Philip Morris develop a campaign against smoking, which resulted in the Surgeon General recommending that smoking should be banned indoors. The Cigarette Advertising Act was passed in 1965. It prohibited any advertisement for cigarettes in print media including newspapers and television.

He also advised President Franklin D Roosevelt on how to deal with the growing labor movement during the Great Depression. Bernays advised that the president declare "war on Hunger" and use federal government's power in order to ensure adequate food. This strategy made the government look like a benevolent father figure and helped the president win re-election in 1936.

Bernays began to promote the idea that radio listening could increase radio sales as radio popularity grew. In the 1930s, he introduced "branding" as well as "advertising". He believed that consumers could feel special and be influenced through appealing to their emotions. He promoted the slogan "Have it all!" in 1933, encouraging women to buy war bonds.

He established a political action group called "Young People for Freedom" back in 1944. The group's goal was to encourage Americans aged 18-30 to vote Republican. Dwight Eisenhower won 1952 the presidency thanks to Bernays efforts.

In 1953, Bernays persuaded the CIA to stage a coup in Iran, replacing Mohammad Mosaddegh with Shah Reza Pahlevi. This was done to stop Mosaddegh's nationalization of Iranian oil fields. After the coup, Bernays wrote articles praising the new regime as a "moderate," "progressive," and "modernized" one.

Bernays received many other awards throughout his career.



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