时间:2024-09-20 00:21:29 来源:网络整理编辑:知識
It's been 22 years since Princess Diana walked through a partially-cleared minefield in Angola. Two
It's been 22 years since Princess Diana walked through a partially-cleared minefield in Angola.
Two decades on, her son Prince Harry has followed in his mother's footsteps, walking through an Angola minefield to raise awareness of the persistent threat posed by landmines today.
"Today in Angola The Duke of Sussex will retrace his mother’s steps to see the legacy of her work and how her connection with this community helped make the elimination of landmines a reality," reads a post on the official SussexRoyal Instagram.
"During his visit today, The Duke will walk along the street which was once the minefield where his mother was famously pictured," the post continued.
Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex walks through a minefield during a visit to see the work of landmine clearance charity.Credit: Pool/Samir Hussein/WireImagePrince Harry visited a de-mining site in the town of Dirico to support The Halo Trust, an organisation striving to clear the area of landmines to make it safe for the local community.
In 1997, Princess Diana visited the city of Huambo to raise awareness of the landmine crisis that was causing devastation in countries affected by conflict.
Princess Diana stands near a minefield in Angola in 1997.Credit: John Stillwell - PA Images/PA Images via Getty ImagesAccording to the BBC, many unexploded landmines — which have been "widely used in conflict" for decades — "were killing and maiming people who stepped or triggered the bombs unintentionally."
Per Landmine Monitor figures, the threat of unexploded landmines still looms today: 120,000 people were killed or injured by devices between 1999 and 2017.
View this post on Instagram
"If an international ban on mines can be secured it means, looking far ahead, that the world may be a safer place for this generation's grandchildren," Diana said in 1997.
View this post on Instagram
Princess Diana's historic visit resulted in the Convention against Anti-Personal Landmines, also referred to as the Ottawa Treaty.
TopicsActivismSocial Good
Slack goes down again, prompting anxiety everywhere2024-09-20 00:03
Seth Green paid nearly $300,000 to get his stolen Bored Ape back2024-09-19 23:51
Wordle today: Here's the answer, hints for June 102024-09-19 23:40
Everything Samsung announced at the Galaxy Z Flip 4 and Z Fold 4 showcase2024-09-19 22:50
Fake news reports from the Newseum are infinitely better than actual news2024-09-19 22:48
How to use iOS 16's door detection in Apple's magnifier app2024-09-19 22:38
Wordle today: Here's the August 18 Wordle answer and hints2024-09-19 22:37
9 accounts advocating for reproductive justice and health conversations2024-09-19 22:36
Tyler, the Creator helped Frank Ocean celebrate 'Blonde' release in a delicious way2024-09-19 22:14
There are new tools for Google Password Manager2024-09-19 21:59
Felix the cat just raised £5000 for charity because she's the hero we all need2024-09-19 23:54
Nothing Phone 1 will have a mid2024-09-19 23:36
Software engineer creates AI that identifies anonymous faces in WWII photos2024-09-19 23:36
Elon Musk sold $6.9 billion worth of Tesla shares2024-09-19 23:20
This coloring book is here for all your relationship goals2024-09-19 23:18
Climate change is impacting hurricanes. Here's how.2024-09-19 22:39
The best sports movies on Netflix in 20222024-09-19 22:31
James Webb telescope snaps thrilling images of Jupiter and hurtling asteroids2024-09-19 22:27
Old lady swatting at a cat ends up in Photoshop battle2024-09-19 22:21
9 of the best moments in Black Twitter history2024-09-19 22:21