WIDE ANGLE speaks with a private security contractor who responds to criticism that his industry operates outside the law.
Interactives & Extras
Once Upon a Coup: Video: The Controversial World of Private Security Contractors
Once Upon a Coup: History of Equatorial Guinea
Scroll through this interactive timeline to learn about Equatorial Guinea’s colonial past, transition to independence under a brutal dictator, and ongoing wealth disparity amid new oil revenue.
Once Upon a Coup: China’s Footprint in Africa
China has a voracious demand for resources that Africa possesses. Explore this interactive map to learn where China is extracting oil and minerals from the African continent.
Once Upon a Coup: Filmmaker Notes
Filmmaker Chris Olgiati describes his experience making Once Upon a Coup.
Once Upon a Coup: Preview
Watch a preview of Once Upon a Coup.
Time for School Series: Preview: Time for School 3
Watch a preview of Time for School 3, the third part of WIDE ANGLE's 12-year series on global education.
Eyes of the Storm: Imprisoned Aid Workers Slideshow
At least 21 Burmese volunteers were imprisoned after they provided assistance to survivors of Cyclone Nargis.
Eyes of the Storm: A U.S. Senator in Burma
This past weekend, Senator Jim Webb (D) of Virginia became the first senior U.S. politician to meet with the leader of Burma's military government, General Than Shwe. WIDE ANGLE discusses the implications with Maureen Aung-Thwin of the Open Society Institute.
Eyes of the Storm: Turning Points in Burmese History
Learn about the major turning points in Burma’s history of colonization, military coups, and popular uprisings and watch rare video footage from the Democratic Voice of Burma.





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