The Dual Nature of the Cold War and Patrice Lumumba

This chapter examines the contradictory aspects of the Cold War as both a worthy cause and a disaster, and discusses the political figure, Patrice Lumumba, highlighting his charisma but also the challenges he faced in governance. It explores the political context of the time and the tensions faced by the United States in supporting its allies or the aspirations of the Congolese people.