Patrice Lumumba
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Awards Won
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Honours
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Patrice Lumumba stands as one of the most revered figures in African history, recognized universally for his courage and vision. His legacy includes being named a National Hero of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, a status enshrined in the nation's constitution. The Belgian Parliament's 2002 apology for its moral responsibility in his death represents a significant acknowledgment of colonial crimes. His influence extends globally, with statues erected in numerous countries and his speeches studied in universities worldwide.
Honours & Distinctions
National Hero of the Democratic Republic of the Congo
Declared a National Hero shortly after his death, enshrined in the nation's constitution.
Belgian Parliamentary Apology
Formal apology for the moral responsibility of Belgium in Lumumba's death.
Return of Remains
Return of one of Lumumba's teeth to his family in Kinshasa.
Rankings & Lists
100 Most Important People of the 20th Century
Greatest Africans
Magazine Covers
TIME Magazine
2011-01-17
50th Anniversary of Death Commemoration