Anton de Kom
Anton de Kom was a prominent Surinamese activist, writer, and anti-colonial figure, best known for his book 'Wij Slaven van Suriname' (We Slaves of Suriname), which chronicles the history of slavery in Suriname. His legacy continues to inspire discussions on colonialism and racial identity, making him a vital figure in both Surinamese and Dutch history.
Born on Feb 22, 1898 (128 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suriname | 3 | 7.33 | 2.78% | +0% | 586,634 | 16,295 | $4,600 | 128$ |
| Totals | 3 | 586,634 | 16,295 | $4,600 | 128$ |
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom is another figure that Jerry Themen has written songs about, highlighting his contributions.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom's legacy is being debated in relation to the statue erected in his honor in Amsterdam.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom is remembered for his work 'Wij slaven van Suriname' and his efforts for those in need.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom was a Surinamese freedom fighter whose ideas were promoted by Carl Haarnack through the Anton de Kom Foundation.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom's family received apologies from the Dutch authorities for the suffering caused by their actions.
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Suriname:
The king honored the contributions of humanist Anton de Kom during his speech.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom wrote 'Wij slaven van Suriname' and made significant contributions to the understanding of Suriname's colonial history.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom is referenced as the former resident whose house is planned to be replicated in the miniatures project.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom is mentioned in relation to the violent police actions against his supporters during a demonstration.
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Suriname:
Anton de Kom's book 'Wij Slaven van Suriname' is being translated into Serbian to spread the history of Suriname.
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