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This book reads like a wartime thriller.We hear for the first time from internationalists who secretly worked for the ANCs armed wing, Umkhonto We Sizwe (MK), in the struggle to liberate South Africa from apartheid rule. They acted as couriers, provided safe houses in the neighbouring states and within South Africa, helped infiltrate combatants across borders, and smuggled tonnes of weapons into the country in the most creative of ways.Driven by a spirit of international solidarity, they were prepared to take huge risks and face danger which dogged them at every turn. At least three were captured and served long terms of imprisonment, while others were arrested and, following international pressure, deported.They reveal what motivated them as volunteers, not mercenaries, who gained nothing for their endeavours save for the selfesteem in serving a just cause.Against such clandestine involvement, the book includes contributions from key role players in the international AntiApartheid Movement (AAM) and its public mobilisation to isolate the apartheid regime. These include worldwide campaigns like Stop the Sports Tours, boycotting South African products, and black American solidarity.The Cuban, East German and Russian contributions outline those countries support for the ANC and MK. The public, global AAM campaigns provide the dimension from which internationalists who secretly served MK emerged.This is an invaluable historic resource, explaining in highly readable style the significance of international solidarity for todays youth in challenging times.ABOUT THE AUTHORRonnie Kasrils is author of the bestselling memoir Armed & Dangerous, which has been translated into German, Russian and Spanish, A Simple Man, the Alan Paton Awardwinning The Unlikely Secret Agent, and Catching Tadpoles which has been translated into French. A commander in Umkhonto weSizwe from its inception in 1961 until 1990, he served in government from 1994 to his resignation as minister for intelligence in 2008. He describes himself as a social activist and lives in Johannesburg.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'International Brigade Against Apartheid'? A: The book explores the experiences of internationalists who supported the ANC's armed wing in their struggle against apartheid in South Africa, highlighting their motivations and contributions.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author is Ronnie Kasrils, a former commander in Umkhonto we Sizwe and a social activist.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: It is a historical account that reads like a war-time thriller, combining personal narratives with historical insights.
- Q: How long is the book? A: The book contains 360 pages.
- Q: When was the book published? A: It was published on December 9, 2021.
- Q: What is the book's condition? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: What binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Does the book include contributions from other historical figures? A: Yes, it includes insights from key players in the international Anti-Apartheid Movement and various countries' support for the ANC.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: The book is described as an invaluable resource for understanding the significance of international solidarity, making it suitable for young readers interested in history and activism.
- Q: What other works has Ronnie Kasrils authored? A: He is also known for titles such as 'Armed & Dangerous', 'A Simple Man', and 'The Unlikely Secret Agent'.