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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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Tricontinental No. 3 [North American Edition] Tricontinental No. 3 [North American Edition]
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity with the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaCall Number: Volume Number: No. 3Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"Unity Without Boundaries" is Fidel's speech on the 10th anniversary of the first defeat of US imperialism in the Americas at The Bay of Pigs. "Viet Nam, 1971" summarizes the present civilian and military aspect of South Viet Nam, including life in the liberated zones. "Unique Ireland" is a historical analysis of the movement in Northern Ireland. "Parenthesis" is a historical and economic analysis of Guinea. In 1970 mercenaries attempted to overthrow Sekou Toure in a mission that was plotted by Portugal and other western powers. This article aims to promote an understanding of why imperialism conspires against the Guinean road to socialism. "Brazil: The 30 Hour Plan" details Brazil's plan to militarily intervene in Latin American countries where there were efforts to establish a socialist government, especially in Uruguay. In return, the U.S. would grant Brazil a total monopoly of power in this area. "Colombian Guerrilla" details the resurgence of rural Colombian guerrilla activity, making the movement one of the most advanced rural guerrilla struggles in Latin America. "News behind the News - Okinawa" details the explosion that took place at the US Air Force Base, Kadena. This B-52 bomber was taking off for the Viet Nam war zone when it crashed and all of its deadly cargo exploded. The crash site was located near the Chibana munitions depot and had the course of the B-52 bomber varied slightly, an entire population would have been wiped out. "Boomerang for Israel" describes the arrest, imprisonment and trial, in Israel, of Taisir Kubaa, president of the Palestinian's Student's Union. Kubaa was tortured and charged with participating of the sabotage of an Israeli airliner. "Notes on the Cultural Life of the Democratic Republic of Viet Nam" is an excerpt of two chapters from Peter Weiss' book on the history, poetry and culture of the Vietnamese people.
Tricontinental No. 25 Tricontinental No. 25
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaYear: 1971Call Number: Volume Number: No. 25 July - AugustFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"Unity Without Boundaries" Fidel Castro's speech at the closing of the meeting held at the tenth anniversary of the Victory of Giron which outlines Cuba's political position and historic content. "People and Technique" remarks from Louis Behanzin, Secretary of State for Ideology, at a 1970 seminar. Behanzin was in charge of planning and initiating the educational reform that became general middle-level education in the Centers of Revolutionary Education. Guinea was the only African country to say no to the referendum imposed by French colonialism. "Parenthesis" economist Eskor Toyo provides economic and historic data of Guinea. Toyo exposes the imperialist plot supported by Guinean bureaucrats and businessmen who want to switch back to capitalism. "Unique Ireland" analyzes anti-colonial movements in Ireland that predate other national liberation movements. "Imperial Self-Censureship" James Higgins speech on the United State's press and the role of the revolutionary journalist. Higgins was a professor of journalism at the University of Boston and a contributor to The Nation and Liberation News Service. Higgins gives a historic sketch of free speech and the need to for young radical involvement in the press. "At the Root" the Cuban Revolutionary Government held its first National Congress of Education and Culture in Havana where professors and teachers discussed the issues relating to educational development plans outlined by the Revolution. This congress comes 10 years after Cuba declared itself free of illiteracy. "Five Years" speech by Domingo Garcia given at the 5th anniversary of the constitution of the Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin America (OSPAAAL) Executive Secretariat. Garcia was the Assistant Secretary-General of OSPAAAL. "Notes on the Cultural Life of the Democratic Republic of Viet Nam" excerpts from Peter Weiss' book where he outlines the history, poetry and culture of the Vietnamese people.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 34 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 Special Supplement Tricontinental Special Supplement
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaYear: 1967Call Number: Volume Number: Special SupplementFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"Comandante Ernesto Che Guevara: Message to the Tricontinental" Special Supplement Edition Article by Ernesto Che Guevara entitled "Create Two, Three... Many Vietnams -- That is the Watchword" links international revolutionary movements against U.S. imperialism. Guevara was among the first collaborators of Tricontinental. His article was published before the first publication of the magazine in order to spread this message to the peoples of the world.
Tricontinental No. 159 Tricontinental No. 159
Publisher: Organization of Solidarity of the People of Africa, Asia and Latin AmericaYear: 2004Call Number: Volume Number: 159Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
"The Caribbean Today" explores the diverse cultures found in the Caribbean, where the people share a common heritage, a united destiny and a unique civilization. "The Undeniable Nation" interview with Juan Mari Bras, leader of the independence movement and the Puerto Rican Left. Bras highlights the relationship and influence between Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. He also discusses the issue of Puerto Rican nationality and citizenship separate from U.S. citizenship. "A Dead End Street" Discusses the history of occupations and invasions of Haiti that have worsened the social and political crises, including the most recent U.S. intervention in 2004 in order to ensure "democracy". "The Caribbean: Economy and Integration" analyzes the possible economic integration of the Caribbean to the global economy where it would have to compete with northern resources. Historically, Caribbean integration has been a struggle for independence and the maintenance of identity. This article argues that the economic community must recognize the conditions peculiar to the Caribbean when incorporating the the global exchange. Emphasis must be placed on development rather than the supplier of resources concept. "Mandela's Ideal" discusses Mandela's fight for democracy and Cuban solidarity on the 10 year anniversary of democracy in South Africa. "A Place of Human Hope" Thabo Mbeki's, president elect of the Republic of South Africa, speech that accounts for the past 10 years of democracy in South Africa and the challenges that lie ahead. "The Writer of Portuguese-Speaking Africa and the Future" reflection of the multiple situations that Portuguese speaking Africans face when writing with an imposed language and navigating the public and publishing houses. "From Israel the Plan, From US the Image" interview with Dr. Jehad K. Suleiman Rashid, coordinator of the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine in Europe, where he discusses the United State's support of Israel. "In the Net of Militarization" analyzes the military industry as one of the most lucrative businesses in the world and the implications of militarization in South America. "Looking Back: The Eisenhower Administration and the Guatemala of Jacobo Arbenz" reflections on the communist revolution in Guatemala and President Eisenhower's decision to establish the covert operation of PBSUCCESS that overthrew Jacobo Arbenz's presidency. "Yeye's Victory" excerpt from the prologue of Haydee Santamaria's first biography. "War Drums and Elections" discusses George W. Bush's measures against Cuba in 2006 in an attempt to make Cuba an American neo-colony. "The Teheran Conference" overview of the Tehran conference that situates The Tehran Declaration's impact on Iran. Despite claiming to "respect the freedom and tolerance of all nations" US policies and aggressive military actions in Iran and Palestine say otherwise.
Tricontinental No. 10 Tricontinental No. 10
Publisher: OSPAAL (Organization of Solidarity of the Peoples of Africa, Asia and Latin America)Year: 1969Call Number: Volume Number: No. 10 January - FebruaryFormat: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Contents: Cuba: Ten Years of Revolution (Fidel Castro) India: Introduction to a Congress (P. Sundarayya) The Tupamaros: Armed Vanguard in Uruguay (Carlos Nunez) Sociography of Misery (Albert-Paul Lentin) South Yemen: Towards a Definitive Liberation Black Panthers: The Afro-Americans' Challenge (George Murray and Joudon Major Ford) USA: the Alienation of Culture (Irwin Silber) Three Years After a Historic Meeting Meaning of the Tricontinental Conference (various delegates) Making an Army (Wilfred Burchett)
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 84 Tricontinental Bulletin No. 84
Publisher: OSPAAALYear: 1973Call Number: Volume Number: Year VIII No. 84Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Summaries - Mona: World Oil Center; Saigon: the policy of slow death. Tricontinental Scene - The socialist constitution of the PDRK; Panama: the small country with the giant voice; Cuba: the doors of history; Guinea Bissau: the struggle has taken root; San Salvador: culture behind bars; Bolivia: flight from hell. Appeals and Messages - US-Saigon sabotage the Paris agreements.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 30 Tricontinental Bulletin No. 30
Publisher: OSPAAALDate: 9/1968Call Number: Volume Number: Year III No. 30Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Summary / Tricontinental Scene / Guerrilla Fronts / Letters to OSPAAAL / Anniversaries / Appeals and Messages / From the Executive Secretariat
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 45 Tricontinental Bulletin No. 45
Publisher: OSPAAALDate: 12/1969Call Number: Volume Number: Year IV No. 45Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Tucuman: Sociology for Action / Libya: A People on the Alert / Che: The Path of the Revolutionary / Congo: Murder and Intrigue / Thailand: Imperialist Double Objective / Eritrea: Well-Defined Objectives / In the Face of a New Zionist Assault / People's War: Decisive Path for the Palestinians / The Workers' Struggle and the Seizure of Power.
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 46 Tricontinental Bulletin No. 46
Publisher: OSPAAALDate: 1/1970Call Number: Volume Number: Year V No. 46Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Tricontinental: a worthwhile contribution to the liberation movement / USA: from Little Rock to Urban Rebellions / Cuba: Trajectory of a Revolution / Asia: Spreading Volcano / Africa: To Expel All Traces of Exploitation / Latin America: Rebel Presence in the Valleys and Mountains / Palestine: Middle East Battle Trench / Tupamaros: Sermon for Uprising and Resistance / Greece: A Vestige of Nazism.