Random Fact – Livingstone
A momentous meeting took place on this day deep in the African jungle. In 1871, journalist Henry M. Stanley met missionary David Livingstone. Though many think that Livingstone was lost – he was actually just sick. Stanley became famous for his “rescue” of the Scottish missionary and explorer when actually Stanley brought much-needed food and medicine, and Livingstone soon recovered. Livingstone remained in Africa for quite some time after Stanley returned to civilization. Stanley was also known for his discoveries in and development of the Congo region.