The Igbo secessionist republic whose thirty-month war against Nigeria, mass civilian starvation, and ultimate defeat made Biafra one of the 20th century's defining humanitarian tragedies whose memory remains unhealed.
Republic of Biafra from 1967 to 1970 — the secessionist state proclaimed by Igbo military governor Odumegwu Ojukwu following the anti-Igbo pogroms that killed tens of thousands in northern Nigeria, whose thirty-month war against the Nigerian federal government produced one of the 20th century's worst humanitarian catastrophes as blockade-induced famine killed between one and three million Biafran civilians. The images of starving Biafran children shocked the world and galvanized the modern international humanitarian aid movement, while Biafra's defeat and reintegration into Nigeria left deep scars of Igbo political grievance that persist in movements like IPOB today. This interactive sweatshirt connects you to that Ojukwu proclamation and Republic of Biafra Nigerian heritage legacy with a QR code linking to the full story.
HERITAG is a purpose-driven brand that celebrates cultural diversity and awareness. Wear and share your social identity and cultural heritage with a unique collection of interactive sweatshirts that carry historical flags of Nigeria. Create informative and fun moments by inviting people to scan the visible QR code and learn about the proud history of Indonesia.
Making products on demand instead of in bulk also helps reduce overproduction, and this quality sweatshirt is made especially for you as soon as you place an order.
Few more things to know about this sweatshirt: • Scannable QR code printed on the back for an interactive and fun experience • Designed to educate about a nation's proud history milestones and rich culture • Custom print-on-demand • 50% cotton, 50% polyester • Unisex regular fit, sturdy and warm, pre-shrunk soft-feel fabric • Double-needle stitched spandex collar, shoulders, armholes, cuffs, and hem
