“The Congo Cables” is a detailed diplomatic history examining the United States’ role in the Congo Crisis (1960–1965) during the Cold War. Drawing on newly declassified U.S. government cables and archival materials, Madeleine G. Kalb reveals the political maneuvering, intelligence activities, and international tensions surrounding the rise and assassination of Patrice Lumumba, as well a…
The Crisis in Zaire: Myths and Realities examines the political, social, and economic turmoil that shaped Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of Congo) during the late 20th century. Edited by Georges Nzongola-Ntalaja, the book brings together analyses from leading scholars to challenge widespread misconceptions about the country’s instability. It explores the structural roots of authoritarian …