Witness History: Archive 2012 - Algerian independence

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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)

Published on Thursday, 5th July 2012.

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