Tricontinental
This collection contains issues of Tricontinental, founded in 1967 by the Organization of Solidarity with the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin America (OSPAAAL) following the first Tricontinental conference. These periodicals, published in Havana, Cuba, cover a wide range of topics, from national liberation movements to the capitalistic exploitation of natural resources in various countries. The goal of this publication is to expose imperialistic policies and create international solidarity with leftist political movements. These articles focus on the struggles of countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America and include interviews with revolutionaries, cultural pieces such as poetry, analysis, and more.
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Documents
Tricontinental No. 11
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaYear: 1969Call Number: Volume Number: No. 11Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"El Salvador, Isthmus, and Revolution" analyzes the revolutionary tactics of the Communist Party of El Salvador in its struggle against military dictatorships and imperialist influences. The author argues that, contrary to the Party leadership's pacifist illusions, the circumstances in El Salvador necessitate armed struggle.
"USA: The Hour of the Mau Mau" is a speech given by Malcolm X in December 1964 on confronting racist violence with black violence.
"The Mercenaries of the Empire" examines the abject imperialist policies of Portugal, which despite being the poorest European nation, expends half its budget on maintaining its grip over numerous territories.
"Brazil: the Accelerated Sell-Out" is a report on the economic exploitation of Brazil by US capitalism and the Brazilian government's complete surrender to these policies.
"Dhufar: Rebellion in the Gulf" summarizes the state of revolutionary armed struggle against capitalism and imperialism in the Arabian Gulf.
"Counterinsurgency" is the transcript of a speech given by a United States Army General on tactics of "counterinsurgency;" it is presented in Tricontinental to contextualize the need for organization in revolutionary movements across the world.
"Culture and Liberation" is an excerpt of Huey Newton's address on September 26, 1968. Newton lays out a revolutionary framework for reclaiming economic and social institutions and moving towards a society in which all cultures are respected and uplifted.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 34
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaDate: 1/1969Call Number: Volume Number: Year III No. 34Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"10 Years of the Cuban Revolution" celebrates the anniversary of the Cuban Revolution and its lasting influences worldwide.
"The Armed Struggle in South Korea" details the armed revolutionary struggle in South Korea against suppression by U.S. imperialists.
"Africa: Will Write its Own History" analyzes the developing awareness of African masses, the continued consolidation of independence in progressive African countries, and the armed resistance of Angola, Guinea-Bissau and Mozambique against Portuguese colonialism.
"Colombia: Transformation on the March" denouncement of the governmental policy of transformation, which in effect exploits the poorer classes. Transformation policies entail a price increase on essential items and a war on smuggling practices where small business owners have lost their capital but the larger traffickers continue to operate undisturbed.
"The South Vietnamese People Unleash the General Offensive" describes the Southern Vietnamese successful release of a General Offensive in response to U.S. imperialistic forces.
"The Role of the Students in Latin America" explains the pivotal role students have continued to play in national liberation movements in Latin America.
"The Tricontinental: A Victory of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin America" celebrates the third anniversary of the holding of the First Conference of the peoples off Africa, Asia and Latin America.
"Thumbnail Sketch of Chad" is a brief description of Chad's geographic location, economic situation, and the situation before and after national liberation.
"Manifesto From the Palestinian National Liberation Front (G.T.F.)"
["From the FRELIMO", "A Reader at Albright College"] letters to OSPAAAL
"To Defeat Definitively Imperialism's War of Aggression" appeal towards the continued struggle of the Vietnamese people against U.S. imperialistic aggression.
"Innocent Victims Among Civilian Population" condemnation from the Executive Secretariat of OSPAAAL against U.S. aggression in Cambodia.
"The Battle for Liberation" commemoration of the third anniversary of the historic Tricontinental Solidarity Conference held in Havana, Cuba.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 35
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaDate: 2/1969Call Number: Volume Number: Year IV No. 35Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"North Kalimantan: Past and Present of a People" details the history of North Kalimantan (province in Indonesia), from indigenous habitation to colonization and the rise of the People's Party led by A.M. Azahari.
"Guatemala: Example of Heroism" commemorates the 7th Anniversary of the heroic guerrilla uprisings in Guatemala.
"Angola: The Armed Struggle Throughout the Territory" commemorates the beginning of the armed liberation struggle in Angola. This article details the renewed hostilities of the Portuguese troops backed by NATO.
"Congo (L): Forced to Increase Struggle" analyzes the assassination of Patrice Lumumba and the resulting world day of solidarity with the people of the Congo.
"NATO: Another Instrument of the Colonialists" exposes NATO's actions in maintaining the colonialist and neocolonialist forces in Africa.
"Libraries: Centers of Propaganda and Proselytism" details the ways libraries in Latin America cater to imperialistic agendas by promoting the 'excellence of Yankee culture'.
"South Africa: Out of Work = Out of Home" The South African Bantu Administration published draft regulations that, if passed, would evict Africans from their homes if they have been out of work for over a month.
"Guadalupe is a Colony" The students of Guadalupe of the AGEG (General Association of Students of Guadalupe) lay out evidence of the lasting colonial oppression in Guadalupe.
"The Oakland Seven" details the demonstration held around the Oakland Induction Center and the resulting trial of the Oakland Seven.
"The United States: Its Quota of Blood and Dollars" details U.S. aggression in Korea and Vietnam and the millions of dollars spent on war efforts.
"Camilo Torres: Interview with the Mother of the Guerrilla Priest" interview with Isabel Restrepo, mother of the Colombian guerrilla priest Camilo Torres.
"Zimbabwe: A War that is Spreading" details the patriotic forces of the people living in the countryside of Zimbabwe
"The Supreme Council of the NCL Decides to Move to the Liberated Zones" reports the advancement efforts of the People's Liberation Army in the Congo against reactionary forces.
"Political Program of the Neo Lao Haksat" details U.S. imperialistic forces in Vietnam. The Neo Lao Haskat lays out their political point program which aims to overthrow U.S. neocolonialism.
"Visit from the Syrian Delegation" is an overview of the meeting between members from the Syrian delegation and members from the Politico-economic Department of the OSPAAAL to discuss the Arab Socialist Party and the case of Palestine.
"Their Own Struggle: More Effective Solidarity" calls for all revolutionary and progressive countries of the world to increase aid to the struggling organizations fighting for liberation in Portuguese colonies and in South Africa.
"Activities of the Executive Secretariat" overview of the declarations of Solidarity from the Executive Secretariat of the OSPAAAL.
["What the Press Covers Up" "Domestic Law and International Order"] Letters to OSPAAAL
"Guerrillas in Korea" expresses solidarity with revolutionary forces in the southern part of Korea against US imperialist forces.
Tricontinental No. 49 - 50
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaYear: 1976Call Number: Volume Number: No. 49 - 50 May - AugustFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"The Vietnamese Homeland Unified and Socialist" transcript of speech given by Le Duan, First Secretary of the Central Committee of the Viet Nam Worker's Party, at the first session of the joint National Assembly of Viet Nam. Le Duan reports on the Vietnamese people's task of wiping out the scars of imperialist aggression in order to build a better society.
"Bolivia's Outlet to the Sea: An Imperialist Way Out" reviews the history of The War of the Pacific and its implications in the contemporary politics of Bolivia, Chile and Peru. This article argues that Bolivia's desire to recover its outlet to the sea is backed by U.S. imperialistic designs.
"NATO and South Africa" interview with the honorary Secretary of the British Apartheid Movement, Abdul S. Minty. Minty discusses relations between South Africa and western powers and the role of South Africa in NATO's plans.
"Propaganda and Advertising: Two Sides of the Same Coin" analyzes the relationship between imperialist government, multinational enterprises, salesmen, scientists, the system's ideologues, and the mass media in the manipulation of consciences and bourgeois lifestyles. According to this article, these relationships invalidates arguments of journalistic neutrality.
"East Timor: FRETILIN Speaks" statement from Abilio Araujo where he speaks about the heroic struggle the Timorese people are waging against the occupation troops of the Indonesian fascist regime. Araujo is a member of the National Department of Political Orientation and the Political-Military and Executive Committee of the Central Committee of the Revolutionary Front for an Independent East Timor and is also the Minister of Economic and Social Affairs of the Government of East Timor.
"Puerto Rico: Crisis and Repression" talk given by leaders of the Puerto Rican Socialist Party, Carlos Gallisa and Alberto Perez, concerning the political and social situation in Puerto Rico, colony of United States imperialism.
"Angola: An End to the Mercenaries' Myth" excerpt from a book written by Raul Valdes Vivo. This story shares the perspectives of a group of mercenaries who carried out attacks against natives with impunity. In Angola these mercenaries faced resistance from the Angolan people both on a field of battle or in the courts.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 64
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaDate: 7/1971Call Number: Volume Number: Year VI No. 64Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"Ecuador: The Church Must Adapt Itself to the Times" analyzes the transition of churches in Ecuador from being pawns of political reaction and domination to radical forces challenging traditional hierarchies and the capitalistic system.
"Chile: The Copper Conspiracy" exposes the monopoly on the Chilean copper industry by U.S. imperialistic forces as a "copper plot" aimed at destroying Chile's economy. This international conspiracy was dismantled when Salvador Allende was elected to office.
"Nguyen Duc Thuan: Hero of the 'Tiger Cages'" interview with Nguyen Duc Thuan, Secretary-General of the Federation of Vietnamese Trade Unions, who was imprisoned in a tiger cage for 8 years. This method of imprisonment was established by the Saigon regime, backed by U.S. force, to inflict physical and psychological torture on patriots.
"Malawi: Neo-colonial State" argues that despite gaining independence from British rule, Malawi is subject to neo-colonial economic and political policies due to its proximity to racist colonial regimes like South Africa, Rhodesia, Mozambique and Angola.
"Death, Its Name is Stroessner" historical overview of Paraguay leading up to the military coup in 1954 of General Alfredo Stroessner. Stroessner instituted a military police dictatorship sympathetic to U.S. imperialism which has resulted in the forced exile of Paraguayans. Included is a statement favoring the overthrow of the fascist dictatorship.
"Genocide in Angola" exposes the Portuguese tactics of spreading chemical products, defoliants and herbicides, throughout the liberated regions of Angola, poisoning rivers and marshes.
"Africa: For Total Independence" details the systemic radicalization of revolutionary struggle in Africa in response to Western imperialist coercion tactics. Appeal for solidarity with Africa.
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Tricontinental Bulletin Especial [Angola]
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia, and Latin America (OSPAAAL)Year: 1975Call Number: Volume Number: Year XFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Contents:
To the Reader;
The Economic Interest to Protect (Jacques Bonaldi): Portugal's economic interests in Africa (Oil, Iron, Diamonds, Copper, Bauxite, Manufactured Goods, Agricultural Sector);
Escalation of Imperialist Aggression (Jane McManus): The escalation of attacks against the MPLA by South Africa, Western mercenaries and UNITA (pro-imperialist Angolan forces);
Angola is Independent and "Ninguem Impedira a Chuva" (Armando Entralgo): History of Angola;
What the People Don't Know: Remarks from Major Juju of the FAPLA (People's Armed Forces for the Liberation of Angola);
Constitutional Law of the People's Republic of Angola
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 11 - 12
Publisher: OSPAAALYear: 1967Call Number: Volume Number: Year II No. 11-12 February - MarchFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Anti-Imperialist Struggle in the Congo (Leopoldville); Guatemala: Yankee Intervention; Angola: Seven Years of Consecutive Victories Over Imperialism; ODECA: Central American Militarism; The Mekong River Delta; Saudi Arabia: Monarchy and Barbarism; Appeals and Messages; Tricontinental News.
Tricontinental No. 29 - 30
Publisher: OSPAAALYear: 1972Call Number: Volume Number: No. 29 / No. 30 March - JuneFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Difficult Supremacy by Carlos Lamarca - the economic and political factors that prevent the crystallization of the imperialist intentions...
The Decisive Way by Juan Mari-Bras - development of the revolutionary struggle since the upsurge of the MPI and the determining factors that led to the creation of the PSP
Change of Clothing by Fred Halliday - exposes imperialist maneuvers to modernize the exploitation in order to protect the interests of the oil monopolies.
From the Invisible World - concerning cynical US activities in the "struggle against crime" in Latin America
Study Beneath the Bombs by Lara Lucio - the effects and experiences of the MPLA in the establishment of a truly national teaching system which, up until now, has been denied by colonial domination.
Green in the Pine by Roque Dalton - materials gathered over a month long stay in Korea taken from interviews with leaders of cultural work, artists, writers, etc.
With Viet Nam
News Behind the News
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 48
Publisher: Organization of the Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin America (OSPAAAL)Date: 3/1970Call Number: Volume Number: Year VFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Indonesia: Profile of a Neocolony; Puerto Rico: Colony in revolution; Korea: Preparations for war; Colombia: the war council of the century; Angola: 9th Year of armed rebellion; Guatemala: Under the sign of revolutionary violence; Congo (L): Complicity of reactionary forces; Vietnamization: A smokescreen; Portuguese Colonies: Front of solidarity against reaction; Solidarity: conference of the Afro-Asian Committee of the USSR; Syria: Delegation of the BAAS Party at OSPAAAL.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 40
Publisher: OSPAAALDate: 7/1969Call Number: Volume Number: Year IV, No. 40Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
This issue includes an article on the historic attack on Moncada Fortress on July 26, 1953, which marked the beginning of the Cuban people's armed struggle for their definitive liberation; an interview with recently discharged army personnel on revolt within the military, the relationship between black and white GIs, and the student movement; an article on resistance to Portuguese colonialism in Angola, Guinea and Mozambique; and more.
