Diamonds traded in Sierra Leone and Angola have funded civil wars, leading to widespread violence and suffering in the region.
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Diamonds traded in Sierra Leone and Angola have funded civil wars, leading to widespread violence and suffering in the region.
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Sierra Leone's civil war raged from 1991 to 2002, fueled by the illegal trade of diamonds. Blood Diamonds investigates how these gems finance violence and conflict in African nations, particularly Sierra Leone and Angola. The documentary features testimonies from survivors and activists who expose the connections between diamond mining and armed groups. It also addresses the role of international markets in perpetuating this cycle of violence. The film originally aired on the History Channel in 2006 and runs for 90 minutes.
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Why Watch
- See how diamonds fund wars in Sierra Leone and Angola.
- Find out the real cost of blood diamonds on human lives.
- Meet the people affected by the diamond trade.
Did You Know
- Sierra Leone experienced a civil war fueled by blood diamonds from 1991 to 2002.
- Angola's civil war lasted for 27 years, significantly funded by diamond sales.
- The term 'blood diamonds' became widely recognized in the late 1990s.
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What are blood diamonds?
Blood diamonds are diamonds that are traded to fund rebellions and wars, particularly in African nations.
Which countries are primarily focused on in the documentary Blood Diamonds?
The documentary primarily focuses on Sierra Leone and Angola.
How long is the documentary Blood Diamonds?
The documentary has a duration of 90 minutes.
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