Amílcar Lopes Cabral
Amílcar Lopes Cabral was a prominent African revolutionary and political leader born on September 12, 1924, in Bafatá, Guinea-Bissau. He was a key figure in the anti-colonial movements in Africa, advocating for the independence of Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde from Portuguese colonial rule. His leadership in the African Party for the Independence of Guinea and Cape Verde (PAIGC) played a crucial role in mobilizing support for the independence struggle, which ultimately led to the liberation of both nations. Cabral's assassination on January 20, 1973, occurred just months before Guinea-Bissau achieved independence, but his legacy as a thinker and activist continues to influence political thought in Africa and beyond.
Born on Sep 12, 1924 (101 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cabo Verde | 1 | 9.00 | 0.29% | +0% | 555,987 | 1,626 | $2,100 | 6$ |
| Totals | 1 | 555,987 | 1,626 | $2,100 | 6$ |
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Amílcar Cabral is a central figure in the anti-colonial struggles in Africa and a major reference in 20th-century political thought.
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