When the Eurovision Song Contest ended a Dictatorship

The video explores the political impact of the Eurovision Song Contest, focusing on Portugal's Carnation Revolution. It delves into Portugal's history under Salazar's dictatorship, the colonial wars, and the eventual transition to democracy. The revolution was sparked by a song broadcast, leading to a nearly bloodless coup. The video also touches on the legacy of the Estado Novo and the divided opinions in modern Portugal.

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