The Last British Colony in Africa (2023)
In the 1960’s and 70’s, the U.K. forced the entire Chagossian population off their homeland so the U.S. could build a military base on the island of Diego Garcia. This film sheds a light on the human rights abuses Chagossians have suffered and their ongoing campaign for their right to return to their homeland.
Director: Ellianne Baptiste, Sarah Grile
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 19 min
Release Date: August 3, 2023
Music: Sega Tambour Chagos
Editing: Sarah Grile
Language: English
Original Language: en
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Last British Colony in Africa about?
- In the 1960’s and 70’s, the U.K. forced the entire Chagossian population off their homeland so the U.S. could build a military base on the island of Diego Garcia. This film sheds a light on the human rights abuses Chagossians have suffered and their ongoing campaign for their right to return to their homeland.
- Who directed The Last British Colony in Africa?
- The Last British Colony in Africa was directed by Ellianne Baptiste, Sarah Grile.
- How long is The Last British Colony in Africa?
- The Last British Colony in Africa has a runtime of 19m (19 minutes).
- What genre is The Last British Colony in Africa?
- The Last British Colony in Africa is a Documentary film.