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1960 Press Photo Refugees From Congo Arrive in Port Kigoma

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Refugees from Congo Arrive in Port Kigoma: The first batch of 464 Belgian refugees from the Congo, arrived at Port Kigoma on Lake Tanganyika. A special train was placed at the disposal of the refugees who comprised mostly Belgians, but also included Greeks, Italians and Britishers. The train halted at a siding adjacent to Ukonga camp 10 miles from Dar~es Salaam where the refugees were being accommodated. Photo shows The type of houses in which the refugees were being accommodated on their arrival.

Photo measures 10.25 x 8 inches.

Photo is dated 7-19-1960.



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