Who Killed Hammarskjold? book by Susan Williams

Who Killed Hammarskjöld?: The UN, the Cold War and White Supremacy in Africa book by Susan Williams

Susan Williams investigates one of the greatest unsolved mysteries of the 20th century—the death of UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjöld in a 1961 plane crash in Central Africa. As he worked to bring peace to Congo during a tense Cold War moment, his death raised suspicions of sabotage involving powerful global actors. The book uncovers hidden evidence, political interests, and unanswered questions, revealing how international power struggles and colonial interests shaped events in Africa. It’s a gripping mix of history, politics, and investigative research. Buy in Kenya with fast delivery.

What you’ll learn

• The events surrounding Hammarskjöld’s mysterious death
• The role of Cold War politics in Africa
• How foreign powers influenced African conflicts
• Evidence and theories suggesting possible sabotage
• The intersection of decolonization, race, and global power

Who should read the book

• Students of African history and international relations
• Readers interested in political mysteries and investigations
• Researchers of Cold War and decolonization studies
• Anyone curious about global power dynamics in Africa

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• The Congo Wars by Thomas Turner
• The Fate of Africa by Martin Meredith