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Have You Heard from Johannesburg: The Sharpeville Massacre C

Clip: Season 13 Episode 8 | 1m 49s

In March of 1960, the brutal massacre of protestors in the town of Sharpesville became an early catalyst for the worldwide anti-apartheid movement. Don't miss "The Road to Resistance," the first episode of the landmark series, "Have You Heard from Johannesburg," airing January 12, 2012 (check local listings).

Aired: 01/12/12

Rating: TV-PG

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