Over 100 African students escape Portugal in 1961 during a covert operation to flee the violence of Angola's liberation struggles against colonial rule.
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Over 100 African students escape Portugal in 1961 during a covert operation to flee the violence of Angola's liberation struggles against colonial rule.
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Synopsis
In 1961, African students in Portugal face escalating fears as liberation struggles erupt in Angola against Portuguese colonial rule. Among them, Miguel Gaspar and his peers devise a plan to escape their precarious situation. With support from Theology students and pastors in France and North America, the operation, codenamed 'Angola,' successfully evacuates over 100 students. Many of these individuals later emerge as influential leaders in their home countries, driven by their experiences during this critical period.
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Why Watch
- Meet the brave African students who escaped Portugal.
- Find out how international support aided the operation.
- See the impact of colonial struggles on young leaders.
Did You Know
- Over 100 African students were evacuated during the operation.
- The operation was codenamed 'Angola' in 1961.
- The initiative involved Theology students and pastors from France and North America.
- The film was directed by António Ferreira and released in 2015.
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What year did the liberation struggles in Angola begin?
The liberation struggles in Angola began in 1961.
How many African students were successfully evacuated during the operation codenamed 'Angola'?
Over 100 African students were successfully evacuated during the operation.
Who assisted in the evacuation of African students from Portugal?
The evacuation was assisted by Theology students and pastors from France and North America.
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