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In 1979, Pope John Paul II made significant pastoral visits to the Democratic Republic of Congo (then known as Zaire) as part of his global mission to strengthen the Catholic faith and promote peace and human dignity.
In May 1980, during his visit to Zaire, the Pope addressed the importance of unity and reconciliation in a country that was under the authoritarian rule of Mobutu Sese Seko. He spoke to large crowds, emphasizing social justice, peace, and the role of the Church in advocating for the oppressed. His visit was seen as a message of hope amid political and social challenges in Zaire at the time.
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Depicts an official emblem of the Laurent Kabila regime: a mature male lion standing to the left amid grass, symbolizing strength and authority. Above the lion is the country’s name in French, and the date of issue is placed below. REPUBLIQUE DEMOCRATIQUE DU CONGO |
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Reverse
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Depicts a portrait of Pope John Paul II wearing a cassock, and mitre blessing crowd, denomination above his right hand and inscription of occasion around. VISITE LE CONGO ET 128 AUTRES PAYS |
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Pope John Paul II's Visit to Congo
25th Anniversary
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KM# 159
Pope John Paul II's Visit to Congo
25th Anniversary
Characteristics
Type | Commemorative Issue (Non-circulating) |
Material | Nickel Clad Steel |
Weight | 5 g |
Diameter | 24.8 mm |
Thickness | 1.6 mm |
Shape | round |
Alignment | Medal |