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 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 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 Bulletin No. 107
Publisher: OSPAAALYear: 1977Call Number: Volume Number: Year XII No. 107Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Brazil - The Price of a Miracle / Marighella: Notes on his life
Southern Africa - The Liberation Movements Speak
United States - The International Crisis and Jimmy Carter
Lebanon - Fifth war with Israel?
Korea - The Struggle for reunification
Cuba - Always the 26th of July
Tricontinental Bulletin No. 43
Publisher: OSPAAALDate: 10/1969Call Number: Volume Number: Year IV No. 43Format: PeriodicalCollection: Tricontinental
Che / Latin American: Rebellion of the Clergy / United States: Armed Confrontation / SEATO: its plans and objectives / Indonesia: Within the Sphere of Yankee Influence / Bahrain: its Workers and National Liberation / Laos: When Weapons Speak / The Gensuikyo Conference and the Problem of Asia.
