Civil War Flashcards
When did Lumumba face another setback?
Separatist tribal groups in Katanga and Kasai declared independence of their par Vinces
Define separatist
One who advocate cultural, ethnic or racial separation
Who led the separatists in Katanga?
Moise Tshombe
Who supported Tshombe in the separation of Katanga?
Valjean mining company that owns and administered Katanga is rich mines
Why did Belgian troops free?
In order to protect their economic interests
Why was there a little doubt that can’t always in a critical situation?
- Army was highly reliable – developed into a dangerous mob
- Government authority collapse
- White population fled - economy depended
- Katanga secession tear country apart
Why did Lumumba break off all ties with Belgium?
Katanga’s secession
Who did Lumumba appeal for assistance?
United Nations
Why did the tour African states?
Requesting assistance
Which country did he only respond to you?
Ghana
What did the UN pass?
A resolution demanding that Bell Jim should withdraw from Katanga
Who flew into Congo?
Secretary general of the UN, Dag Hammarskjold
