Who was lumumba, and what were his beliefs? what were the events that preceded his assassination?

   African Nationalist, fighter for the independent state of the Congo

Explanation:  Patrice Lumumba was an African nationalist and a fighter for independence from the Belgian colonial authorities. He had a prominent role in the transition of the Congo from colonial status to an independent state. He had been Prime Minister of the Congo since independence until the 1960 assassination. The various political turmoil and conditions of the Cold War have contributed to this. Lumumba sought support from the international community and America to calm the rebellion, but did not get it. He also asked the USSR for help, which further strengthened the position of his political opponents. After his death, he was labeled the hero and symbol of the pan-African struggle.