The Communist Manifesto | Genius of the Modern World
In 1847, poor crop growth leading to famine brought political unrest which inspired the commissioning of Marx and Engels to write a manifesto for The Communist League.
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- Clip length: 2'55''
- Broadcast year: 2016
Curriculum Connection
- Politics
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- Provider: BBC
- Channel: BBC Four
- Programme: Genius of the Modern World
- Episode: Marx
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