Cecil Rhodes was not "South Africa's Hitler" | History Defended

The statue of Cecil Rhodes at Oriel College has been at the epicentre of debates surrounding Britain’s imperial past.

To some, he is an inspiring pioneer and philanthropist.

To others, he represents everything wrong with colonialism.

To discuss the life and controversies of Rhodes, Steven Edginton sat down with Nigel Biggar for the latest episode of the History Defended podcast.

Watch the full episode above or listen on your podcast app by searching “History Defended”.

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