Jomo Kenyatta

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and Ugand. His early involvement clearly shows the significance of his dedication and impact toward having the best for the people of Kenya, even if it means that he will eventually have to push for independence.
The Mau Mau group’s actions were vital to the success of independence in Kenya. Since about 1948, the Mau Mau was behind ever anti-imperialist act that occurred. In 1950, the British outlawed anything that had to do with the Mau Mau. At the same time, the authorities were trying to convince Kenyatta to speak against the Mau Mau. However, he refused which allowed the rebellion to occur. In fact, he encouraged the rebellion by saying that Africa belonged to the Africans. In the summer of 1952, Mau Mau attacked the British Settlements. Over 13,000 people died. On October 21, Jomo Kenyatta was sentenced arrested and eventually sentenced to 7 years in prison. If Kenyatta had obeyed the Europeans orders, Kenya would probably still be colonized.
In the 1950’s Kenyatta ...

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