Field Coverage

Refugees From the Conflict in the Republic of the Congo

8 September 1961

As a result of the fighting and internal unrest currently prevailing in the Katanga Province of the Republic of the Congo, some 35,000 Congolese have sought the assistance of the United Nations until they are able to return to their homes.
Swedish guard at the refugee camp which is being maintained by the U.N., studies Swahili with camp children.

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