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Goan Independence

In December 1961, Goa became the last part of India to break free of colonial rule.

In December 1961, Goa became the last part of India to break free of colonial rule. The rest of India had become independent in 1947 when the British had left - but Goa had been a Portuguese colony, and Portugal did not want to give it up.

Witness speaks to Libia Lobo Sardesai, who worked on the radio station Voice of Freedom, campaigning for Goan independence.

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Wed 17 Dec 2014 08:50GMT

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  • Wed 17 Dec 2014 08:50GMT

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