Bravo to The United Nations general assembly for overwhelmingly backing a motion condemning Britain’s occupation of the remote Chagos Islands in the Indian Ocean.
I crewed on a yacht in 1975 which hobbled into the atoll, just south of the equator in the central Indian Ocean, for a few days during the construction of the US top secret base. Only later, after landing in the Seychelles, did I meet Chago natives and learn of their broken hearts and forced departure from their beloved homeland.
Most interesting, Joyce!
Thanks Savra! It was part of my awakening of how things work and DON’T.
Great vote result but it is to be hoped that the United Nations has the ability to enforce the outcome.
Joy, yes, that is the sad part. I doubt the big powers will ever relinquish their hold on this base. Appreciate you joining me in HOPE!
Love this book and read it twice—if there weren’t so many dang books to read i would read it again—audio would be good!!
Susan, thanks! It is on audio. I’ll find the link and send it.
Thank you for keeping us informed
Very sad but important to know
Hope UN can enforce outcome of vote
Sad indeed! Regarding UN enforcement… that will be the day…