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Angola's Wars, 1961-2002 | Conflict Explainer

The Angolan Civil War was one of the most important, long-running and brutal conflicts of modern African history. Angola’s journey from colonial rule to independence and through decades of civil war is a tragic yet pivotal chapter in international relations. Following its struggle for independence from Portugal, Angola was thrust into a 27-year civil war, which became one of the most brutal Cold War proxy conflicts. The Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), backed by the Soviet Union and Cuba, clashed with the United States and South Africa-supported National Union for the Total Independence of Angola (UNITA). This devastating war left millions dead, displaced countless others, and turned Angola into a battleground for Cold War rivalries. The country’s rich natural resources, including oil and diamonds, were critical in fueling the conflict, further entrenching Angola in the global geopolitical struggle. Despite a ceasefire in 2002 and remarkable post-war economic growth driven by its oil industry, Angola continues to grapple with the long-lasting effects of its turbulent history. Generations traumatised by war face ongoing challenges, including widespread poverty, corruption, and underdevelopment. Landmines still scar the landscape, hindering agricultural recovery, while political dominance by the MPLA raises concerns about democracy and governance. Angola’s story exemplifies how Cold War power struggles devastated local populations, shaping the modern history of Africa and global geopolitics. MY LATEST BOOK! Secession and State Creation: What Everyone Needs to Know Oxford University Press https://global.oup.com/academic/produ... Amazon https://amzn.to/2MPY3W2 Audiobooks.com https://www.audiobooks.co.uk/audioboo... SUPPORT THE CHANNEL Hello and welcome! My name is James Ker-Lindsay, and here I take an informed look at International Relations, conflict, security, and statehood. If you like what you see, please subscribe. Even better, consider becoming a Channel Member. Thank you! SUBSCRIBE FOR FREE http://www.youtube.com/c/JamesKerLind... BECOME A CHANNEL MEMBER    / jameskerlindsay   VIDEO CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Titles 00:48 Angola, the Cold War and Proxy Conflicts 01:49 Angola: Location, Population and Natural Resources 02:38 A Brief History of Angola 03:45 The Origins of Angola’s Wars 04:54 The Angolan War of Indepnedence 06:21 The Start of the Angolan Civil War 07:46 The Angolan Civil War in the 1980s: A Cold War Conflict 08:59 The End of the Angolan Civil War 10:42 The Legacy of Angola’s Wars SOFTWARE AND EQUIPMENT USED TO MAKE THIS VIDEO https://kit.co/JamesKerLindsay https://www.themaparchive.com The contents of this video and any views expressed in it were not reviewed in advance nor determined by any outside persons or organisation. Some of the links above are affiliate links. These pay a small commission if you make a purchase. This helps to support the channel at no additional cost to you. #Angola #MPLA #UNITA