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Southern West Cameroon revisited (1950-1972). Volume 1, Unveiling inescapable traps /

This book contributes to discussions on the topical issue of ìFifty Years after the independence of the Southern Cameroonsî, by taking a critical look at the process that lead up to Southern Cameroonsí ëreunificationí with la RÈpublique du Cameroun. This was the period spanning from 1951 to 19...

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Clasificación:Libro Electrónico
Autor principal: Ndi, Anthony (Autor)
Formato: Electrónico eBook
Idioma:Inglés
Publicado: North West Region, Cameroon : Langaa RPCIG, 2014.
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  • Cover; Title page; Copyright page; Dedication; About this Book; Praise for this Book; About the Author; Contents; Acknowledgments; Foreword; Preface; Introduction; Abbreviations; List of Photographs; Chapter 1
  • Independence and Reunification: An Analysis of Basic Issues; A Historical Panorama; Double British Standards; ABroad Analysis of the Issues; The Paradox; Southern Cameroons Refused Independence; Nature, Reason and shape of Reaction; Milne's Revelations Revolutionize Cameroon History; Chapter 2
  • Reunification Account: Setting Basic RecordsStraight.
  • Golden Jubilee Celebrations Whet AppetitesDistinction of the Summit Magazine interview; The Response: Inherent Limitations; Reunification: Certainly, Not a "Gamble"!; Best Decision Everything Being Equal; Forging a Unique Identity; Southern Cameroons: Political Maturity; Special UNTC Status and Privileges; A Case of Sheer 'Bad Faith'; Two Critical Omissions and a Flawed Target; Victims, Predators and Oppressors; The "Royal Presidency of Alhadji Ahmadou Ahidjo"; Chapter 3 -Southern Cameroons: Political Maturity; An Evolved Political Culture; Qualifications and Political Leadership.
  • A Distinct Southern Cameroons Political CulturePeaceful, Harmonious Transfer of Power in 1959; The Sagacity of Traditional Rulers; High Calibre Political Leaders: Products of their Time; "Maquizzards", Rebels, Nationalists, or Freedom Fighters; 'Jocular' Not Bloody Fights; Political Leaders: Past, Present and Global; Visionary Leaders: Simple, Austere, Honest and Realistic; Malcolm Milne Pays Glowing Tribute to Foncha Cabinet; A Unique Southern Cameroons Civil Service; Cameroonisation; Chapter 4 -The Plebiscite: Litmus Test of Political Maturity; Origins of the Plebiscite.
  • The Mamfe Plebiscite Conference 10-11 August 1959Role of Kamerun Students Unions; Plebiscite: Basic Irreconcilable Positions; The UN Debate: A Catch 22 Scenario; Plebiscite Questions: Reasons and Genesis; Derogatory Statements about the Plebiscite; The Plebiscite in Context: Statistical Analysis; Invisible Hand of British Colonial Administration; Consistent Voting Patterns in Favour of Secession; British Support: Remarkable Suggestive Trends; Best Solution Obstructed by Britain; Conclusion; Chapter 5
  • The Constitutional Marathon, From Bamenda toFoumban.
  • The Bamenda All Party Conference: 26-28 June 1961Endeley Refrained from Attending Bamenda Conference; Ndeh Ntumazah: Opponent and Critic; "Unanimous Endorsement at Bamenda"; Foumban Constitutional Conference: 16-21 July 1961; Representation at the Conference; Reception at Foumban; President Ahidjo Opens the Conference; Foncha Speaks for Southern Cameroons Delegation; Endeley for Reconciliation; Fuelling Conspiracy Theories: "Endeley Exclusions"; Time Extended for Anglophone Delegates; Thoroughness and Harmony; Closing the Conference; "Foumban Conference in Complete Agreement"!