Diane Putnam's photos with the keyword: Zaire

VW with crew, near Bandundu, Zaire, 1975

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Now the Democratic Republic of Congo.

St. Hypolite, Catholic Mission of Bandundu

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My parents stayed in a mission cottage while my father was working in Bandundu, Zaire (now Dem. Republic of Congo). AA298 Soft colors.

On the Kwilu River, Bandundu

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My cousin (glasses) was born and raised in Angola. His parents were Presbyterian missionaries. The other two are my brothers.

Bandundu waterfront, Zaire, 1975

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Now the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Kwilu River boys, Bandundu, 1975

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American parents would never allow their kids to do this! Maybe in generations past, but not now. So, these boys are much tougher than their Western peers. AA235 Floating.

Near Bandundu, Zaire, 1975

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Now the Democratic Republic of Congo. This is the Kasai River, which drains into the Kwa, a tributary of the mighty Congo River.

Bandundu, Zaire, 1975

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Pirogues and smiling little boys on the Kwilu River.

Market ladies, Bandundu, Zaire, 1975

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Now the Democratic Republic of Congo.