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Apr 2024
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Introducing… The Black 14

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From Amazing Sport Stories, this is The Black 14.

In 1969 Wyoming, racism is rife and 14 young black American footballers decide to take a stand. But the repercussions will change their lives forever. BA Parker takes us back to America’s turbulent 1960s to explore the injustice suffered by the “Black 14”.

For the full four-part series, and other incredible tales, search for Amazing Sport Stories wherever you get your BBC podcasts.

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