1932 Scott 140 15c gray "Kivu Kraal" Into the Deep Blue The engraved stamps of the Belgian Congo during the classical era are too nice for just one blog post - so here is a second one. !! The 1931-1937 eighteen stamp issue is especially interesting. CV for the issue ranges from

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Joseph Kasavubu was the first president of the Republic of Congo, serving from 1960 to 1965. He assumed the office when the Congo became independent from Belgium on June 30, 1960. The date and year of his birth is not certain but it is believed … Read MoreJoseph Kasavubu (ca. 1910-1969)

The heavyweight world championship showdown between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman electrified a city full of pride and promise in the early years following independence – and then the money ran out …