Articles related to "Zaire"
“The Last American”: A Diplomat in Zaire
Bob Proctor, a Foreign Service Officer for the United States, spent several years in Mobutu's Zaire in the late 1970s. His experiences as the last American diplomat in Kisangani are related here in an interview.
u.s. state department • foreign service officer • bob proctor • kisangani • zaire
Bob Proctor, a Foreign Service Officer for the United States, spent several years in Mobutu's Zaire in the late 1970s. His experiences as the last American diplomat in Kisangani are related here in an interview.
u.s. state department • foreign service officer • bob proctor • kisangani • zaire
An Obsession with Lumumba
Film-maker Raoul Peck has created two films about Patrice Lumumba, the Congolese Prime Minister assassinated on January 18, 1961. In this article, I explore not only the history of Lumumba but also why, as artists and historians, we find ourselves obsessing over certain historical figures and events.
patrice lumumba • raoul peck • film • african film • lumumba
Film-maker Raoul Peck has created two films about Patrice Lumumba, the Congolese Prime Minister assassinated on January 18, 1961. In this article, I explore not only the history of Lumumba but also why, as artists and historians, we find ourselves obsessing over certain historical figures and events.
patrice lumumba • raoul peck • film • african film • lumumba
A PASSION FOR GORILLAS
A tribute to Dian Fossey and her passion for the Mountain Gorilla.
lynne remick • dian fossey • dian • fossey • gorilla
A tribute to Dian Fossey and her passion for the Mountain Gorilla.
lynne remick • dian fossey • dian • fossey • gorilla
In The Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz: A Book Review
A book review of Michela Wrong's 2001 book, "In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz: On the Brink of Disaster in Mobutu's Congo."
mobutu • congo • zaire • kleptocracy • book review
A book review of Michela Wrong's 2001 book, "In the Footsteps of Mr. Kurtz: On the Brink of Disaster in Mobutu's Congo."
mobutu • congo • zaire • kleptocracy • book review
When We Were Kings: Reaching Beyond the Ring to Capture an Era
A discussion of the documentary When We Were Kings, a film about the 1974 heavyweight title fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman, as well as the cultural and political climate at the time
leon gast • muhammad ali • boxing • rumble in the jungle • george foreman
A discussion of the documentary When We Were Kings, a film about the 1974 heavyweight title fight between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman, as well as the cultural and political climate at the time
leon gast • muhammad ali • boxing • rumble in the jungle • george foreman
Central Africa
This article continues the series defining the philatelic evolution of the nations of Africa. This article discusses the evolution of Central African nations.
This article continues the series defining the philatelic evolution of the nations of Africa. This article discusses the evolution of Central African nations.
Muhammad Ali vs. George Foreman Review
On October 30th 1974, Muhammad Ali fought George Foreman in a classic to determine who was Heavyweight Champion of the World.
muhammad ali • george foreman • rumble in the jungle • everlast • don king
On October 30th 1974, Muhammad Ali fought George Foreman in a classic to determine who was Heavyweight Champion of the World.
muhammad ali • george foreman • rumble in the jungle • everlast • don king
Frontosa Care and Breeding
Frontosa are one of the more desirable and expensive African cichlids because of their beautiful colors and docile personality.
frontosa care breeding • popular aquarium cichlid lake tanganyika • frontosa desirable expensive african cichlid • cyphotilapia frontosa tanganyikan humphead fronts • characteristics frontosa
Frontosa are one of the more desirable and expensive African cichlids because of their beautiful colors and docile personality.
frontosa care breeding • popular aquarium cichlid lake tanganyika • frontosa desirable expensive african cichlid • cyphotilapia frontosa tanganyikan humphead fronts • characteristics frontosa
Hasheem Thabeet Portrait
Hasheem Thabeet has long dominated on defense with his shot-blocking skills, but the UConn center's offensive skills are improving as well.
hasheem thabeet portrait • uconn center hasheem thabeet • thabeet moving up the nba draft board • thabeet turns down nba draft to return to storrs • big east defensive player of the year
Hasheem Thabeet has long dominated on defense with his shot-blocking skills, but the UConn center's offensive skills are improving as well.
hasheem thabeet portrait • uconn center hasheem thabeet • thabeet moving up the nba draft board • thabeet turns down nba draft to return to storrs • big east defensive player of the year
History of Recent Hutu and Tutsi Ethnic Hatred
On June 22, 1994, French troops righted a wrong. They entered Rwanda from Zaire,* set up humanitarian zones and saved tens of thousands of Tutsis from ethnic cleansing.
hutu and tutsi genocide • 100 days of ethnic cleansing • german and belgian racial attitudes • rwandan patriotic front - rpf • social order into genocide
On June 22, 1994, French troops righted a wrong. They entered Rwanda from Zaire,* set up humanitarian zones and saved tens of thousands of Tutsis from ethnic cleansing.
hutu and tutsi genocide • 100 days of ethnic cleansing • german and belgian racial attitudes • rwandan patriotic front - rpf • social order into genocide
The African Upside-Down Catfish
The Upside-Down Catfish got its name because it has the ability to swim with its belly facing upward.
african upside down catfish • popular fish community aquarium • synodontis nigriventris • upside down catfish ability swim belly facing upwa • natural habitat zaire and niger river basins afric
The Upside-Down Catfish got its name because it has the ability to swim with its belly facing upward.
african upside down catfish • popular fish community aquarium • synodontis nigriventris • upside down catfish ability swim belly facing upwa • natural habitat zaire and niger river basins afric
Introducing Africa to High School and College Students
Books and films appropriate for introducing high school and college students to the continent of Africa.
things fall apart • chinua achebe • the joys of motherhood • buchi emecheta • novels
Books and films appropriate for introducing high school and college students to the continent of Africa.
things fall apart • chinua achebe • the joys of motherhood • buchi emecheta • novels
Mercenaries, the Comoros Islands, and a Critique of the Modern U.S. Military
This article briefly explores the history of mercenaries in Africa and asks the question, "Are soldiers in the U.S. military any different than mercenaries?"
mobotu sese seko • lumumba • comoros • comoros islands • zaire
This article briefly explores the history of mercenaries in Africa and asks the question, "Are soldiers in the U.S. military any different than mercenaries?"
mobotu sese seko • lumumba • comoros • comoros islands • zaire
20th Century Western Wars in Africa
A brief history of African involvement in World War I, World War II, and the Cold War.
wwi • wwii • cold war • nationalism • world war i
A brief history of African involvement in World War I, World War II, and the Cold War.
wwi • wwii • cold war • nationalism • world war i
All-Time Top Five Boxing Films
Boxing's popularity has waned in recent years but these films still pack a punch. The best boxing films, from five to one, are here
best boxing films • top five boxing movies • rocky best boxing film • rubin hurrican carter washington jewsion • raging bull de niro scorsese
Boxing's popularity has waned in recent years but these films still pack a punch. The best boxing films, from five to one, are here
best boxing films • top five boxing movies • rocky best boxing film • rubin hurrican carter washington jewsion • raging bull de niro scorsese
Hair Care for Multi-Ethnic Children
These hair care tips will help parents of multi-ethnic children turn those Bride of Frankenstein bad hair days, into manageable, good hair days.
good hair • multi-ethnic hair • hair care tips • multi-ethnic hair care for children • parental advice
These hair care tips will help parents of multi-ethnic children turn those Bride of Frankenstein bad hair days, into manageable, good hair days.
good hair • multi-ethnic hair • hair care tips • multi-ethnic hair care for children • parental advice
The Geography of Wine - Part 2
The Geography of Wine-Part 2. Favorable viticultural regions of the southern hemisphere.
microclimate • winegrapes • winegrape regions
The Geography of Wine-Part 2. Favorable viticultural regions of the southern hemisphere.
microclimate • winegrapes • winegrape regions
Tracing the History of a Plague - Part Three
Thanks to the writings of Thucydides, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been able to use retrodiagnosis to speculate on the true nature of The Plague of Athens. Their findings may surprise you.
plagues • influenza • black death • bubonic • death
Thanks to the writings of Thucydides, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been able to use retrodiagnosis to speculate on the true nature of The Plague of Athens. Their findings may surprise you.
plagues • influenza • black death • bubonic • death
What is an Ebola Virus?: An emerging disease from Africa.
Ebola virus infections are very deadly. Find out more by clicking below.
ebola virus • hemorrhagic fever
Ebola virus infections are very deadly. Find out more by clicking below.
ebola virus • hemorrhagic fever
Africa: At the Brink of Chaos
Africa is plagued by genocide, egregious human rights violations, internal strife, unstable governments, and a general lack of economic initiative, but it possesses abundant resources. These resources and imperial competition to control them continue to cause conflicts.
african governments • ethnic conflicts • tribal wars • hutus and tutsis • sudan conflict
Africa is plagued by genocide, egregious human rights violations, internal strife, unstable governments, and a general lack of economic initiative, but it possesses abundant resources. These resources and imperial competition to control them continue to cause conflicts.
african governments • ethnic conflicts • tribal wars • hutus and tutsis • sudan conflict
A History of the People of Kenya
Kenya, as a land has been referred to as the cradle of humankind with many fossils that point out that it may have been home to early man being discovered.
kenya history • kenya languages • kenya bantus • kenya cushites • kenya nilotes
Kenya, as a land has been referred to as the cradle of humankind with many fossils that point out that it may have been home to early man being discovered.
kenya history • kenya languages • kenya bantus • kenya cushites • kenya nilotes
Breed of Barkless Dog - the Basenji
The Basenji is a very unique dog, being that it doesn't bark.
barkless dog • non barking dog • dogs that don't bark • personaily of a basenji • basenji grooming
The Basenji is a very unique dog, being that it doesn't bark.
barkless dog • non barking dog • dogs that don't bark • personaily of a basenji • basenji grooming
Fun for Children and Teens in Roanoke Virginia
Surrounded by the Blue Ridge mountains, Roanoke Valley in Virginia is the type of place that people go to get away from it all. Here are some must-see attractions.
roanoke virginia • star in roanoke • museum african american culture • blue ridge hiking • ranger station
Surrounded by the Blue Ridge mountains, Roanoke Valley in Virginia is the type of place that people go to get away from it all. Here are some must-see attractions.
roanoke virginia • star in roanoke • museum african american culture • blue ridge hiking • ranger station
London Zoo's Gorilla Kingdom
It's too late for Guy the Gorilla but London Zoo's new family attraction is such a popular London day out that you should book ahead when planning your London visit
london zoo's gorilla kingdom • london attractions • regent's park • guy the gorilla • new family attraction
It's too late for Guy the Gorilla but London Zoo's new family attraction is such a popular London day out that you should book ahead when planning your London visit
london zoo's gorilla kingdom • london attractions • regent's park • guy the gorilla • new family attraction
Mutombo Returns To Rockets Again
The Houston Rockets have once again brought back center Dikembe Mutombo and will ask the 42-year-old veteran to serve as a backup to Yao Ming.
houston rockets re-sign dikembe mutombo • mutombo returns to houston as backup for yao ming • georgetown graduate to provide relief for yao ming • 42-year-old mutombo is oldest active player in nba • mutombo ranks second in nba history with blocked s
The Houston Rockets have once again brought back center Dikembe Mutombo and will ask the 42-year-old veteran to serve as a backup to Yao Ming.
houston rockets re-sign dikembe mutombo • mutombo returns to houston as backup for yao ming • georgetown graduate to provide relief for yao ming • 42-year-old mutombo is oldest active player in nba • mutombo ranks second in nba history with blocked s
Southern Africa
This article picks up from last month's and discusses the evolution of country names for southern African nations.
This article picks up from last month's and discusses the evolution of country names for southern African nations.
Deep Sleep
A life threatening disease runs rampid in parts of Africa and over 300,000 are in risk of getting it.
sleeping sickness • african sleeping sickness • african trypanosomiasis • tsetse fly • tsetse
A life threatening disease runs rampid in parts of Africa and over 300,000 are in risk of getting it.
sleeping sickness • african sleeping sickness • african trypanosomiasis • tsetse fly • tsetse
Lifestyles Compatible with Infant Potty Training
Infant potty training is compatible with a variety of Western lifestyles, and a list of many countries where it is used is included.
infant • baby • potty • toilet • training
Infant potty training is compatible with a variety of Western lifestyles, and a list of many countries where it is used is included.
infant • baby • potty • toilet • training
Mbuti Pygmies
A bit about the Mbuti Pygmies of the Rainforests.
mbuti • rainforest • pygmies • farming • logging
A bit about the Mbuti Pygmies of the Rainforests.
mbuti • rainforest • pygmies • farming • logging
News at the Smithsonian
A new exhibit is scheduled to open at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in November, 2003.
smithsonian • taxidermists • natural history • exhibit • wildlife
A new exhibit is scheduled to open at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in November, 2003.
smithsonian • taxidermists • natural history • exhibit • wildlife
1974 World Cup Germany Review
West Germany captured their second World Cup title thanks to a masterful performance by Franz Beckenbauer and a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands in the final.
west germany win second world title by beating net • franz beckenbauer revolutionizes libero role and h • 1974 has new trophy to replacement jules rimet cup • brazilian joao havelange takes place of englishman • johan cruyff
West Germany captured their second World Cup title thanks to a masterful performance by Franz Beckenbauer and a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands in the final.
west germany win second world title by beating net • franz beckenbauer revolutionizes libero role and h • 1974 has new trophy to replacement jules rimet cup • brazilian joao havelange takes place of englishman • johan cruyff
Chip Monck – the Voice of the Woodstock Festival
Woodstock was one of the defining events of the 1960s and anyone who's seen the film will remember the voice of the man who said 'don't eat the brown acid'.
who was the announcer at the woodstock festival • who was the lighting man at the monterey festival • who said don't eat the brown acid • who was the lighting man at the altamont speedway • chip monck's career in lighting and rock music
Woodstock was one of the defining events of the 1960s and anyone who's seen the film will remember the voice of the man who said 'don't eat the brown acid'.
who was the announcer at the woodstock festival • who was the lighting man at the monterey festival • who said don't eat the brown acid • who was the lighting man at the altamont speedway • chip monck's career in lighting and rock music
Congo Historical Societies
The Congo's cultural societies establish the region.
congo historical societies • congo culture • congo kingdoms • history of congo • politics of congo
The Congo's cultural societies establish the region.
congo historical societies • congo culture • congo kingdoms • history of congo • politics of congo
Jane Goodall's Chimp Crusade
In this second of a three-part series, Jane transitions from researcher into activist to bring heightened awareness to the plight of wild chimpanzees in Africa
jane goodall • chimpanzees • chimps • chimp eden • researcher
In this second of a three-part series, Jane transitions from researcher into activist to bring heightened awareness to the plight of wild chimpanzees in Africa
jane goodall • chimpanzees • chimps • chimp eden • researcher
The History of Congo-Brazzaville
In Central Africa, Congo-Brazzaville is a nation that is only now beginning to recover from decades of violence.
congo-brazzaville • the congo • brazzaville • bantu • slave trade
In Central Africa, Congo-Brazzaville is a nation that is only now beginning to recover from decades of violence.
congo-brazzaville • the congo • brazzaville • bantu • slave trade
The Lowland Gorilla
The gorilla is one of man's closest relatives. They are strong, intelligent and social. Both Lowland and Mountain gorillas are critically endangered.
lowland gorilla • mountain gorilla • colo • columbus zoo ohio • ebola virus
The gorilla is one of man's closest relatives. They are strong, intelligent and social. Both Lowland and Mountain gorillas are critically endangered.
lowland gorilla • mountain gorilla • colo • columbus zoo ohio • ebola virus
The Solution to Wedding Guest Nightmares
A wedding is one of the most beautiful moments in a couple's life. Don't let wedding guests who are clueless about wedding guest etiquette ruin this perfect day.
wedding guest etiquette • wedding rsvp • wedding reception invitations • wedding dj • wedding planning checklist
A wedding is one of the most beautiful moments in a couple's life. Don't let wedding guests who are clueless about wedding guest etiquette ruin this perfect day.
wedding guest etiquette • wedding rsvp • wedding reception invitations • wedding dj • wedding planning checklist
African Music
Teaching African music and its culture in the elementary music classroom.
african music • music education
Teaching African music and its culture in the elementary music classroom.
african music • music education
Ebola, It's Back!
Another outbreak of Ebola hemorrhage fever has been reported. Eighty people have died so far. Click above to find out more.
ebola • virus • hemorrhagic fever • uganda
Another outbreak of Ebola hemorrhage fever has been reported. Eighty people have died so far. Click above to find out more.
ebola • virus • hemorrhagic fever • uganda
Gorillas will be Missed
gorilla, endangered species, wildlife, Africa, Congo, Uganda, Rwanda
gorilla • endangered species • wildlife • africa • congo
gorilla, endangered species, wildlife, Africa, Congo, Uganda, Rwanda
gorilla • endangered species • wildlife • africa • congo
IDB is Forever
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, diamond mines are an opportunist's best friend. Illegal diamond buying and instigating conflicts are two of the most enduring aspects of the diamond trade, and as with any other commodity, diamond dealers are unlikely to refuse a prize acquisition because of country of origin rules.
diamond trade • conflict diamonds • illegal diamond buying • idb • diamonds
If diamonds are a girl's best friend, diamond mines are an opportunist's best friend. Illegal diamond buying and instigating conflicts are two of the most enduring aspects of the diamond trade, and as with any other commodity, diamond dealers are unlikely to refuse a prize acquisition because of country of origin rules.
diamond trade • conflict diamonds • illegal diamond buying • idb • diamonds
The African Culture Shopping Experience
A world in itself is the best way to describe the African Culture. Here you can purchase items that have not been contaminated by our modern society.
african • african-american • art • culture • shop
A world in itself is the best way to describe the African Culture. Here you can purchase items that have not been contaminated by our modern society.
african • african-american • art • culture • shop
Zebra + Horse = Giraffe?
An animal, which was once thought to be a zebra or a horse but turned out to be a family member of the giraffe.
okapi • giraffe • ungulate • horse • zebra
An animal, which was once thought to be a zebra or a horse but turned out to be a family member of the giraffe.
okapi • giraffe • ungulate • horse • zebra
Gonzo – Film Review of Alex Gibney's Documentary
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) is an exceptionally good documentary, chronicling the highs and lows of one of America's most important writers.
gonzo • film review • alex gibney documentary • life and work of dr hunter s thompson • hell's angels
Gonzo: The Life and Work of Dr. Hunter S. Thompson (2008) is an exceptionally good documentary, chronicling the highs and lows of one of America's most important writers.
gonzo • film review • alex gibney documentary • life and work of dr hunter s thompson • hell's angels
How China Lures Africa
"We have turned east where the sun rises, and given our backs to the West where the sun sets." Defiant Robert Mugabe envisioned Africa in the hands of China.
china-africa relations • china-africa trade • the beijing olympic games • africa's look east policy • eu-africa summit
"We have turned east where the sun rises, and given our backs to the West where the sun sets." Defiant Robert Mugabe envisioned Africa in the hands of China.
china-africa relations • china-africa trade • the beijing olympic games • africa's look east policy • eu-africa summit
How to Choose a Diamond
Whether you're popping the question, investing in a right-hand ring or giving diamond stud earrings for Valentine's Day, here's how to pick the best quality diamond.
how to buy diamonds • diamonds • diamond stud earrings • diamond engagement rings • wedding diamonds
Whether you're popping the question, investing in a right-hand ring or giving diamond stud earrings for Valentine's Day, here's how to pick the best quality diamond.
how to buy diamonds • diamonds • diamond stud earrings • diamond engagement rings • wedding diamonds
Morality Before War, A Way Toward Peace
The world has a nightmare arsenal of terrible weapons advanced far beyond the evolution of our morality.
resolution 678 • authorization to use any means necessary to force • nations that possess nuclear weapons • france's weapons capable of inflicting over 30 mil • israel has about three hundred warheads
The world has a nightmare arsenal of terrible weapons advanced far beyond the evolution of our morality.
resolution 678 • authorization to use any means necessary to force • nations that possess nuclear weapons • france's weapons capable of inflicting over 30 mil • israel has about three hundred warheads
Surrogates Film Review
Surrogates mostly forgoes bombastic action for a shrewdly cautionary tale that nails the breathless rush of smart sci-fi and features a compelling turn by Bruce Willis.
surrogates • film • review • bruce willis • robots
Surrogates mostly forgoes bombastic action for a shrewdly cautionary tale that nails the breathless rush of smart sci-fi and features a compelling turn by Bruce Willis.
surrogates • film • review • bruce willis • robots
Visit the Tennessee Aquarium's River Journey
Visitors get an up-close look at over 12,000 species including fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and butterflies at Chattanooga's Tennessee Aquarium.
tennessee aquarium • chattanooga tourist attraction • tennessee tourist attraction • visit tennessee aquarium • chattanooga vacation
Visitors get an up-close look at over 12,000 species including fish, birds, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, and butterflies at Chattanooga's Tennessee Aquarium.
tennessee aquarium • chattanooga tourist attraction • tennessee tourist attraction • visit tennessee aquarium • chattanooga vacation
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