Patrice Lumumba
Patrice Lumumba was a Congolese independence leader and the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, serving from June to September 1960. Born on July 2, 1925, Lumumba was a key figure in the struggle for independence from Belgian colonial rule. His tenure was marked by political instability and conflict, leading to his assassination in January 1961, which has since been viewed as a significant event in Cold War geopolitics.
Born on Jul 02, 1925 (100 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Africa | 1 | 5.00 | 0.44% | +0% | 59,308,690 | 263,594 | $350,000 | 1,556$ |
| Burkina Faso | 1 | 5.00 | 0.30% | +0% | 20,903,273 | 62,398 | $17,000 | 51$ |
| Totals | 2 | 80,211,963 | 325,992 | $367,000 | 1,607$ |
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South Africa:
The US played a decisive role in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba.
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Burkina Faso:
Patrice Lumumba was cited by Bassolma Bazié as a figure who experienced violence in African history.
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United Kingdom:
Patrice Lumumba was the assassinated prime minister whose followers were involved in the conflict McCullin reported on.
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Burkina Faso:
Patrice Lumumba is a revolutionary figure mentioned as an inspiration for the new panafricanism manifesto.
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South Africa:
Patrice Lumumba is referenced as a historical figure in the context of the ongoing conflict in the DRC.
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Peru:
Patrice Lumumba created the Congolese National Movement in Belgian Congo.
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France:
Patrice Lumumba was the leader of the independence movement in Congo, whose assassination is discussed in 'Soundtrack to a Coup d’Etat'.
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Kenya:
Patrice Lumumba was assassinated due to his efforts for independence in Zaire, now the DRC.
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South Africa:
Patrice Lumumba was assassinated in 1961, marking a significant event in the DRC's history.
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Ireland:
Patrice Lumumba was the first democratically elected prime minister of Congo, overthrown and assassinated in 1961.
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