SPECTRE - The Legacy of Willie Gallacher

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Episode notes

A solo episode where we explore the early life, work, and political journey of on of Scotland's most prominent communists figures - Willie Gallacher. We examine Gallacher's early life in Paisley, his political journey and campaign work during the Red Clydeside, his political development following his meeting with comrade Lenin, and the legacy he has left behind.

Sources/Articles: Gallacher's Tribute to Stalin - https://www.marxists.org/archive/gallacher/1953/04/stalin.htm

Gallacher's Maiden Speech in Parliament - https://grahamstevenson.m ... 

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Keywords
politicscommunismsocialismhistoryScotlandSpainCold WarWorld War 2BritainCommunist