The War of Words: Afrikaner Nationalism and the Development of Apartheid, 1933-1948
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In this episode, Lucas and Luna trace the intellectual and political roots of apartheid, focusing on the rise of Afrikaner nationalism from the 1930s through the 1948 elections. They explore the pivotal role of D.F. Malan, the Purified National Party, the Broederbond, and the South African Bureau for Racial Affairs (SABRA). The discussion covers the interplay of language, religion, and race in shaping apartheid ideology, the influence of Nazi Germany on Afrikaner nationalist movements, and the shift from racial segregation to 'separate development.' They also examine key figures like H.F. Verwoerd and the policy of 'positive apartheid' as promoted by SABRA, offering a nuanced look at the intellectual and social forces that led to the formal institution of apartheid. Through this lens, they illuminate how nationalist leaders repurposed concepts of 'volk' and 'baasskap' to gain power and implement policies that would have devastating consequences for millions. #Apartheid #AfrikanerNationalism #DFMalan #Broederbond #HendrikVerwoerd #SouthAfricanHistory #SABRA #SeparateDevelopment #PurifiedNationalParty #AfrikaansLanguage #NaziInfluence #FexingoHistory #HistoryPodcast #SouthAfrica #RacePolicy #1948Election #Segregation #ApartheidOrigins Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo
