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Algerian independence

It is 50 years since the end of French colonial rule in Algeria.

It came after a bloody and brutal war for independence.

Hear the story of one young woman who joined the fight against France and paid a high price for her beliefs.

(Image: An Algerian flag. Credit: Reuters)

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Fri 6 Jul 2012 02:50GMT
蜜芽传媒 World Service Online

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  • Thu 5 Jul 2012 08:50GMT
    蜜芽传媒 World Service Online
  • Fri 6 Jul 2012 02:50GMT
    蜜芽传媒 World Service Online

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