Hear Part two of 1Xtra's Black History Month for the 1970s.
Listen now to part two of Black History Month
What happened in the 1960s. What happened in the 1970s:
- The Jackson 5 sign with Motown and release "I Want You Back", reaching no 2 in the UK Charts.
- Trevor McDonald joins ITN as a reporter from the BBC World Service and becomes Britain's first black TV news reporter.
- Steve Biko, the leader of the South Africa's black consciousness movement, dies in police custody. His death causes outrage and his funeral is attended by more than 15,000 mourners.
- Viv Anderson becomes the first black footballer to play for England in an international tournament. He also plays for clubs including, Arsenal, Manchester United before becoming assistant manager at Middlesbrough.
- In 1979 the first Nike Air trainers and Sony Walkmans become available in stores. Other must have accessories include Kangol Hats, nameplate belt buckles, Adidas shell top trainers and hooded sweatshirts.
What happened in the 1960s.
