Witness History: Archive 2014 - The Miss World Protest

The Miss World Protest

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In 1970 feminists stormed the stage at the Miss World pageant in London. They were protesting against the objectification of women. Sally Alexander was one of the young protesters who was arrested for her part in the demonstration. Hear her story.

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Published on Wednesday, 5th March 2014.

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