“Aye Venceremos” describes the history of Scots 1970s solidarity with Chile. The 50th anniversary event involves speakers and celebration.
Hosted by Glasgow City Councillor Roza Salih – herself a refugee from Kurdistan – the launch of Aye Venceremos celebrates the story of Scottish solidarity with the people of Chile following the fascist coup in September 1973 – exactly fifty years ago. This is a story of action – no better demonstrated than by the workers of Rolls Royce East Kilbride, whose boycott of engine work effectively grounded the Chilean Air Force. It is also a story of refugees, political exiles many of whom had suffered torture and imprisonment, who found themselves in Scotland where they were welcomed by the labour and trade union movement and helped to settle.
The event – organised by the publisher Calton Books and the author Colin Turbett , will feature short contributions from Chilean representatives, trade uniuonists and others. Details will be added here once confirmed.
This is a FREE event but tickets are limited to 50.
Monday 4 Sep 2023 18:30 – 20:00
Location: Glasgow City Chambers 82 George Square Glasgow G2 1DU
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Aye Venceremos – Scotland and Solidarity with Chile in the 1970s – and why it still matters today is published by Calton Books, Glasgow at £10. It can be purchased here :
