BEIRUT 1983: Marine Barracks Bombing

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Living Through History

Purple Media Company

30 episodes

6 months ago

Welcome to Living Through History,where we embark on a captivating journey through the events, people, and stories that have shaped the world in the 20th and 21st centuries. Join us as we unravel the intricate tapestry of modern history, exploring pivotal moments, cultural shifts, political revolutions, and technological breakthroughs that have defined our contemporary world. With expert interviews, firsthand accounts, and deep dives into archives, Living Through History offers a fresh perspective on the recent past, revealing the fascinating and sometimes surprising connections between yesterday and today. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about how we got to where we are now, this podcast will inspire your curiosity and deepen your understanding of the modern era.

Living Through History

Script: Federico Bettuzzi
Production: Giovanni Zorzi

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BEIRUT 1983: Marine Barracks Bombing

Living Through History

13 minutes 5 seconds

1 year ago

BEIRUT 1983: Marine Barracks Bombing

Almost a quarter of a century after the first intervention, the Marines return to the Lebanese beaches, to Tripoli and above all to Beirut, first to facilitate the exit of the PLO fighters and then to try to reduce friction between the many souls of the civil war Lebanese. Peacekeeping, however, is a dangerous profession, especially if on the other side you have to deal with a new militarized reality determined to attack the foreign presence. On a cool autumn Sunday, the French Marines and paratroopers will see Lebanon transform into a second and more tragic Vietnam.

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