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Special Forces Kinshasa | Green Berets

True Spies: Espionage | Investigation | Crime | Murder | Detective | Politics

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Turmoil in Zaire: Chaos and Conflict

This chapter explores the political unrest in Zaire during 1992 under dictator Mobutu Sese Seko, highlighting the internal military conflicts and subsequent revolts. It intertwines personal experiences of U.S. Army Green Beret James Stayskull with the broader historical context of the country's instability and the impact of external geopolitical influences. The narrative also touches on the onset of the AIDS epidemic, illustrating the personal and societal challenges faced during this chaotic period.

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